Release: January 5th 2018
Format: Ebook
Publisher: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
Source: PUYB Book Tours
Find it at: Amazon , Amazon UK
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An accidental discovery reveals an epic tale of romance and deception which echoes down the centuries.
Lauren Patterson, an American PhD student, makes a remarkable discovery and accidently finds the diaries of Leonardo da Vinci’s assistant.
Paulo del Rosso’s diaries then lead us through love stories, drama, blackmail, murder and the aftermath of monumental deception surrounding the genius..
We meet the inspiration behind some of Leonardo’s greatest paintings; uncover the secret of Mona Lisa’s smile with a fateful deception ecohed over 500 years . We meet the inspiration behind some of Leonardo’s greatest paintings; uncover the secret of Mona Lisa’s smile with a fateful deception echoed over 500 years .And we are witness to one of history’s greatest love stories between Paulo and Chiara, Leonardo’s beautiful goddaughter and the model in some of his greatest paintings..
This volume includes extensive illustrated extracts from the diaries of Paolo del Rosso, interwoven with a dramatised account of the discovery of this remarkable document – and the even more astonishing aftermath.
About the Author:
Brian McPhee lived in Glasgow, Scotland until he was 21, then moved to London. In his early 40s, he emigrated with his wife and daughter to Maryland, USA. After a successful career in IT marketing and management, he and his wife moved once more, to Monpazier in southwest France. All Visible Things is his third novel.
All Visible Things Review:
I loved reading this book! The author did a brilliant job in narrating the story. Even though some of the characters are fictional, the author writes them in such a manner that you feel is real. Also, I enjoyed how the story alternates between the past and the present. I also liked the various adventures that Paolo encounters, like controversy of Mona Lisa naked, the case against Alessio. The author also provides footnotes for references which was useful.
Moreover, the author also depicted the characters in a realistic manner. I really enjoyed Paolo’s relationship with Dimmi, Leo and Chiara. The author also does a nice job in maintaining Leonardo’s sexuality in an ambiguous manner. Furthermore, I also love the present day characters like Lauren and Jonathan. Lauren and Jonathan share a wonderful chemistry, and when they go through Paolo’s entries. However, one character who fascinated me was Catarina, and I wish I saw her more in the story. Moreover, the author does a nice job with the negative roles too. I liked Alessio, Salai, and the Professor even if the author portrayed them in a negative light.
My only minor criticism in the story is the sudden love interest between Lauren and Jonathan. They just meet by chance and suddenly decide to spend the day together and share their feelings. I would have liked it if the author had written their love interest in a gradual manner.
Apart from that, this book was just wonderful and I was completely immersed in it. Now when I look at the works of Da Vinci like the La Scapigliata or Mona Lisa, I will surely remember this book.
Book Tour Schedule
I am thrilled to be hosting a spot on the All Visible Things by Brian McPhee Blog Tour hosted by PUYB Book Tours.
Tuesday, September 1 – Virtual Book Tour Kickoff at PUYB Virtual Book Club
Wednesday, September 2 – Interview at The Writer’s Life
Thursday, September 3 – Book Feature at My Book Launch
Monday, September 7 – Book Review at Rajiv’s Reviews
Monday, September 7 – Book Review at Books for Books
Tuesday, September 8 – Interview at The Dark Phantom Reviews
Thursday, September 10 – Book Review at Sefina Hawke’s Books
Monday, September 14 – Interview at Book bloggin’ Princess
Thursday, September 17 – Book Review at Have Coffee Need Books
Thursday, September 17 – Interview at Jazzy Book Reviews
Monday, September 21 – Book Review at The Faerie Review
Monday, September 28 – Book Feature at As the Page Turns
Wednesday, September 30 – Guest Blogging at Blogging Authors
