Beautifully written, I could not put it down a tale of ambition, lust, betrayal and heartbreaka compelling and enormously enjoyable work' Evening Standard
On the academic front, here is the old Chevalier, exact and guarded, accurate and self-containedOn the erotic front, she positively explodes, the shy smiles of Pearl Earring replaced by a terrific torrent of carnal imagery, every sense invoked and appetite exploited Guardian
'Tracy Chevalier gives the kiss of life to the historical novel' Independent
With great insight, invention and a remarkable eye for detail, Chevalier breathes life into artists and artisans, their subjects and surroundings and, most important, their magnificent creations Washington Post
The story she weaves is as lush as the tapestries she describes, and her colorful characters leap off the page. A romantic, beautiful book Booklist
