Praise for PORTRAIT OF A CONSPIRACY: Da Vinci’s Disciples Book One
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“…a page-turner unlike any historical novel, weaving passion, adventure, artistic rebirth, and consequences of ambition…a masterful writer at the peak of her craft.”
—C. W. Gortner, author of THE CONFESSIONS OF CATHERINE DE’ MEDICI
“In PORTRAIT OF A CONSPIRACY, Russo Morin"s prose is as sharp as a Medici dagger…Thwarting danger, finding love, and creating masterpieces, [these women] remind us just how powerful the bonds of womanhood can be.”
—Marci Jefferson, author of THE ENCHANTRESS OF PARIS
“This riveting book is filled with art, assassinations, retribution, and a sisterhood of fascinating women who inspire as well as entertain.”
—Stephanie Dray, New York Times’ Bestselling author of AMERICA’S FIRST DAUGHTER
“In PORTRAIT OF A CONSPIRACY, Russo Morin"s rich detailing transports the reader to the heart of Renaissance Italy from the first page.”
—Heather Webb, author of BECOMING JOSEPHINE
“Illicit plots, mysterious paintings, and a young Leonardo da Vinci all have their part to play in this delicious, heart-pounding tale.”
—Kate Quinn, author of THE EMPRESS OF ROME SAGA
“A 15th-century Florence of exquisite art, sensual passion and sudden, remorseless violence comes vividly to life in Donna Russo Morin"s new novel.”
—Nancy Bilyeau, author of THE CROWN
“Russo Morin’s elegant command of language and composition left me breathless, but the story itself, with its flawless depiction of power, corruption, defiance, intrigue and retribution makes Portrait of a Conspiracy an absolute must read.”
-Flashlight Commentary
“This riveting historical fiction novel [is] filled with art, passion, and violence. A portrait of the dangerous beauty of Renaissance Florence.”
--The Florentine Magazine
"The action is fierce and the stillness is resplendent with intensity of being. The suspense is thrilling and intelligent. The writing is masterful."
--Open Book Society
“Elegant and Intriguing!”
--RED CARPET CRASH
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