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The Night Portrait

A Novel of World War II and da Vinci's Italy

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The Night Portrait

By: Laura Morelli
Narrated by: Reba Buhr, Christa Lewis, Paul Woodson, P.J. Ochlan
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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.

 20th Century Espionage Fiction Historical Historical Fiction Mystery Renaissance Spies & Politics Thriller & Suspense Exciting
Historical Interweaving • Compelling Storyline • Excellent Narrators • Educational Content • Artistic Themes

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Good story. I’ve read better, but this was pretty good. It would have been nice to hear what happened to the woman curator.

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The story was captivating enough that I listened to it all, and it was worth the time. However, I found the overly rough German annoying, not because the characters were harsh people but because I've been to Germany and they do not sound like they do in old World War II movies, or Hogan's Heros.

Intriguing overlay of time frames

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I enjoyed listening to The Night Portrait and hearing the history surrounding the Monuments Men. The voice of Dominic had such emotion!

Wonderful story

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I enjoyed this story and how the author wove in the possible origins of the Lady with Ermine painting into to story about the Nazis' grab of priceless artwork during WWII. I knew about Hitler's desire to collect art but had no idea of the extent of it

Interesting and Informative Read

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very enjoyable!! da vinci, art history , WWII history , a view through different character’s eyes. highly recommend!

outstanding

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