Official Review: The Girl Who Knew da Vinci by Belle Ami

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Re: Official Review: The Girl Who Knew da Vinci by Belle Ami

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I enjoy the premise of this book and the opportunity to be immersed in different time periods and locations. Your review made me very intrigued to know what is going on with the painting. I also like the romance angle, but it's a shame that some of the dialogue was unnatural. That really drags an otherwise great book down. Thanks for the review!
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gen_g wrote: 22 May 2018, 09:50 Oh wow, thanks for the great review! This certainly seems really exciting, and I'm definitely tempted to pick it up!
Thanks for reading. Hope you enjoy it!
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teacherjh wrote: 22 May 2018, 10:32 I love the idea that it includes time travel. It sounds fast paced and interesting.
I was surprised by that, too. Makes the book very interesting!
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togormey wrote: 22 May 2018, 10:37 :techie-studyingbrown:
Kudos!!!
Mixed adventure and love is a "must read"
It is a good mix! Enjoy!!
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kfwilson6 wrote: 22 May 2018, 11:02 When I saw this one is up for book of the month next month I really wanted to read it. I looooove Dan Brown and this reminded me of The Da Vinci Code. I can get past the points that led you to drop a star. I think it'll be worth it. I'm surprised to see a review for this because Amazon has a publication date of June 1. I'm jealous you got to review it :)
Sounds like you will definitely enjoy this one. I didn't realize it was going to be the BOTM until after I had chosen it. Now, I'm glad it worked out that way. These pages are just waiting for you!!
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NL Hartje wrote: 22 May 2018, 11:03 So there is time travel involved in the "race" to find the painting? How are they transported? Is it a mind or body type experience?
No spoilers!! I think you will like it!
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kdstrack wrote: 22 May 2018, 19:59
NL Hartje wrote: 22 May 2018, 11:03 So there is time travel involved in the "race" to find the painting? How are they transported? Is it a mind or body type experience?
No spoilers!! I think you will like it!
Wow, how interesting that the form of transport is the spoiler!? Now I AM interested! :eusa-think:
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SamSim wrote: 22 May 2018, 14:37 I enjoy the premise of this book and the opportunity to be immersed in different time periods and locations. Your review made me very intrigued to know what is going on with the painting. I also like the romance angle, but it's a shame that some of the dialogue was unnatural. That really drags an otherwise great book down. Thanks for the review!
Well, you have different the premise of the book (+1),different time periods (+1), different time periods (+1), mystery about the painting (+1), romance (+1), dialogue (-1). Math makes it look pretty good!!
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kdstrack wrote: 23 May 2018, 06:40
SamSim wrote: 22 May 2018, 14:37 I enjoy the premise of this book and the opportunity to be immersed in different time periods and locations. Your review made me very intrigued to know what is going on with the painting. I also like the romance angle, but it's a shame that some of the dialogue was unnatural. That really drags an otherwise great book down. Thanks for the review!
Well, you have different the premise of the book (+1),different time periods (+1), different time periods (+1), mystery about the painting (+1), romance (+1), dialogue (-1). Math makes it look pretty good!!
It's so amazing what math can do for us!!! I like that response. Way to support the book :)
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I'm sad that it had so many flaws that it messed with the flow of the book, but it still seems really interesting and I may pick it up one of these days. I love a good mystery.
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Laura Del wrote: 23 May 2018, 14:08 I'm sad that it had so many flaws that it messed with the flow of the book, but it still seems really interesting and I may pick it up one of these days. I love a good mystery.
Sometimes it happens. I wanted to give this book a 4 but couldn't because of the editing issues. But - if you like mystery - read on, read on!!! This book will not disappoint.
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The Girl Who Knew Da Vinci
I am hoping to read this book based on your review. I really enjoy reading books where I am sitting on edge. Thanks
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I don't normally enjoy the idea of time travel in my books, but this one sounds awesome! Indeed, the race is on! I'm very curious to see what happens. Thanks for a great review!
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leeray wrote: 24 May 2018, 21:47 The Girl Who Knew Da Vinci
I am hoping to read this book based on your review. I really enjoy reading books where I am sitting on edge. Thanks
Hope you enjoy it!
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SABRADLEY wrote: 24 May 2018, 22:46 I don't normally enjoy the idea of time travel in my books, but this one sounds awesome! Indeed, the race is on! I'm very curious to see what happens. Thanks for a great review!
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