The Night Portrait: A Novel of World War II and da Vinci's Italy

Name: The Night Portrait: A Novel of World War II and da Vinci's Italy
Rating: 5 (5 reviews)

Laura Morelli

Sep 2020 · Sold by HarperCollins

5 reviews

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USA Today Bestseller

"This is a truly original novel that has earned its place among my favorite works of historical fiction."--Jennifer Robson, USA Today bestselling author of The Gown

An exciting, dual-timeline
historical novel about the creation of one of Leonardo da Vinci's most famous
paintings, Portrait of a Lady with an
Ermine, and the woman who fought to save it from Nazi destruction during
World War II.

Milan, 1492: When a 16-year old beauty
becomes the mistress of the Duke of Milan, she must fight for her place in
the palace—and against those who want her out. Soon, she finds herself
sitting before Leonardo da Vinci, who wants to ensure his own place in the
ducal palace by painting his most ambitious portrait to date.

Munich, World War II: After a
modest conservator unwittingly places a priceless Italian Renaissance
portrait into the hands of a high-ranking Nazi leader, she risks her life to
recover it, working with an American soldier, part of the famed Monuments Men
team, to get it back.

Two women, separated by 500 years,
are swept up in the tide of history as one painting stands at the center of
their quests for their own destinies.

USA Today Bestseller "This is a truly original novel that has earned its place among my favorite works of historical fiction."--Jennifer Robson, USA Today bestselling author of The Gown An exciting, dual-timeline historical novel about the creation of one of Leonardo da Vinci's most famous painti...

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5 reviews

Jane Ward

September 10, 2020

The Night Portrait by Laura Morelli is Split Time Historical Fiction that revolves around a painting by Leonardo Di Vinci. When I was invited to read and review this book I hesitated for awhile. I was not familiar with the author and my pile of books to be read was high. After reading the description I was hooked and put everything else aside until I read the last word including the acknowledgments and historical information. This book has historical information about art, World War II, people, Europe and life during each time period. It is well researched with exciting incidents and conflicts that add to the real historical events. The author brings each character, event and place to life with vivid details. I’m delighted to find a new favorite author. I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own. I appreciate the opportunity and thank the author and publisher for allowing me to read, enjoy and review this book. 5 Stars

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About the author

Laura Morelli holds a Ph.D. in art history from Yale University and is an award-winning, USA Today bestselling historical novelist. Laura has taught college students in the U.S. and in Italy. She has covered art and authentic travel for TED-Ed, National Geographic Traveler, Italy Magazine, CNN Radio, and other media. Laura is the author of the popular Authentic Arts guidebook series that includes Made in Italy. Her historical novels, including The Night Portrait, The Gondola Maker, and The Last Masterpiece, bring the stories of art history to life.

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