LEONARDO'S SWANS is the story of the powerful Este sisters, Beatrice, Duchess of Milan, and Isabella, Marchesa of Mantua, as they compete for the affections of Italy's most influential prince, the Duke of Milan, and for the larger prize, to be immortalized in oil by his court painter and engineer, Leonardo da Vinci. Sexy, inspiring, and intelligent, her story of love, intrigue, and art is truly unforgettable. "From the Hardcover edition."
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LEONARDO'S SWANS is the story of the powerful Este sisters, Beatrice, Duchess of Milan, and Isabella, Marchesa of Mantua, as they compete for the affections of Italy's most influential prince, the Duke of Milan, and for the larger prize, to be immortalized in oil by his court painter and engineer, Leonardo da Vinci. Sexy, inspiring, and intelligent, her story of love, intrigue, and art is truly unforgettable. "From the Hardcover edition."
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Loved this book - insight into the lives of royalty and Leonardo Davinci. I enjoyed reading about the challenges, political machinations and power struggles of two powerful families. It was interesting to me to read how these two sisters who by our standards are still children, had to deal with deception, deceit, unfaithfulness and family and manage to stay alive. You had to be one step ahead of your friends and enemies. Great read.
donna
Jun 30, 2008
Italy in the 15th century
Almost larger than life tale of two sisters who compete in all things. The d"Este sisters were the celebrities of their time and they were interesting characters. Karen Essex is an author who has done her research and brings these people to life in her engaging novel. Leonardo Da Vinci figures in the novel as well and there were a lot of interesting facts that were revealed about him.. You will be transported to the world of Beatrice and Isabella and immersed in Italian history in a thoroughly enjoyable way.
Velma
Sep 7, 2007
Italian Renaissance
Brilliant! Essex's novel tells the complex, haunting story of the d'Este sisters of Italy during the Renaissance. Leonardo da Vinci cameos in this tale, but the central action is around the relationship between the sisters and the men in their lives. This was a troubled time for Italy and Karen Essex brings the period vividly alive with vibrant descriptions and a mesmerizing story. If you enjoy historical fiction don't miss this one.
