Description:
When Johanna inherited Vincent's paintings, they weren't worth anything. She was a 28 year old widow with a baby in the 1800s, without any means of supporting herself, living in Paris where she barely spoke the language.
Brief description: Marta Molnar is the bestselling author of THE SECRET LIFE OF SUNFLOWERS, GIRL BRAIDING HER HAIR, and RAISING THE TITANIC. She is an art history enthusiast and a self-taught artist whose passion is writing about amazing women forgotten by history. She wants her books to inspire and motivate, and to leave readers with an "I can do anything!" feeling. She studied writing at Seton Hill University and (briefly) at Harvard University. For book club questions and other extra information, visit her website, and while you're there, don't forget to sign up for her newsletter!
Review Quotes:
"This book draws all the emotions out of you. I went from tears to snorting with laughter. It was both lighthearted and heart breaking, yet it inspires me to live my best life! " Michelle Cox
"This book was so much more than I had expected, and I had high expectations... one of the most beautiful stories I've read in years." Kaela Stokes
"It touched something in my soul." Audrey McDonald
"Molnar seamlessly relays the stories of two women, from vastly different centuries, who rise from the ashes of their loss to succeed. I found it well-researched, enlightening, and inspiring-with elements of romance that enhance, rather than define her admirable female characters." Kristin Ann Marang
"This story captivated me immediately! It is so beautifully written, and the author does such an incredible job of weaving the past & present day stories- I easily fell into the back & forth rhythm, and found myself anxiously turning pages. It's a mystery, a romance, a tragedy, and a 'suffrage' story all in one, and I enjoyed every minute. Can't wait to read more from this author!" Holley Cameron
"Loved this story of Joanna, a woman born in a time when women had no voice or power, yet she was able to overcome these obstacles and realize her dream. A powerful story of female resistance and strength, a story about the WOMAN who made Van Gogh famous!" Amazon Review
"One of the most poignant and heartbreaking books I have read in recent times. A must read!" Amazon Review