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Portrait of a Conspiracy: Da Vinci’s Disciples – Book One Paperback – May 10, 2016 by
From the Publisher.One murder ignites the powder keg that consumes a Florence under the iron rule of the powerful Medici family. Amidst the chaos, five women and one legendary artist weave together a dangerous plot that could bring peace, or get them all killed.
Seeking to wrest power, members of the Pazzi family drew their blades in a church and slew the beloved Giuliano. But Lorenzo de’ Medici survives, and seeks revenge on everyone involved, plunging the city into a murderous chaos. Bodies are dragged through the streets, and no one is safe.
Five women steal away to a church to ply their craft in secret. Viviana, Fiammetta, Isabetta, Natasia, and Mattea are painters, not allowed to be public with their skill, but freed from the restrictions in their lives by their art. When a sixth member of their group, Lapaccia, goes missing, and is rumored to have stolen a much sought after painting before she vanished, the women must venture out into the dangerous streets to find their friend. They will have help from one of the most renowned painters of their era―the peaceful and kind Leonardo Da Vinci.
It is under his tutelage that they will flourish as artists, and with his access that they will infiltrate some of the highest, most secretive places in Florence, unraveling one conspiracy as they build another in its place.
Historical fiction at its finest, Donna Russo Morin begins a series of Da Vinci’s disciples with a novel both vibrant and absorbing, perfect for the readers of Sarah Dunant.
Maria D. said:
This sounds like an interesting story- I love the cover. Here’s my Friday meme
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Hfineisen said:
The cover is beautiful. I love the time period of the story as well. Thanks for stopping by!
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Sandra Nachlinger said:
Sounds fascinating!
My Friday post features THE LIE THAT TELLS A TRUTH.
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Hfineisen said:
It does, doesn’t it? I love the time period and the art history. Thanks for sharing your Friday post. Happy Reading!
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debbierodgers @Exurbanis said:
Such an interesting historical period!
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Hfineisen said:
It is, isn’t it? Throw in a mystery and the book has captured my imagination!
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Diane Coto said:
Sounds very interesting. Nice choice for Book Beginnings. 🙂
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Hfineisen said:
Thanks. I was fortunate enough to receive a review copy. Happy Reading!
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