Third in the intriguing Leonardo da Vinci mystery series known for "capturing the essence of 15th-century Milan".
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Apr 25, 2010
Patti
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Several months ago, Diane A. S. Stuckart contacted me, and asked if I would read, and possibly review her new book, A Bolt from the Blue. I said yes. What she didn't know about me is that I prefer to read series in order, so I borrowed the first two in this series from the library, The Queen's Gambit and Portrait of a Lady, so that I could "catch up" with the characters. For myself, I'm glad I did, for the story arc and growth of the main character, but the books do not have to be read
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May 25, 2010
Shiela
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I really enjoyed this series and by the way things ended here, I'm kind of worried that there won't be another one.
Stuckart had a way of bring Renaissance Italy to life and portrayed the great Leonardo da Vinci in such a way that anyone could relate to him. The character of Dino/Delfina was such a pleasure to read and watching her unfold as a character was very entertaining. The only thing I didn't enjoy about this particular volume was that there was a storyline that wasn't quit More...
Stuckart had a way of bring Renaissance Italy to life and portrayed the great Leonardo da Vinci in such a way that anyone could relate to him. The character of Dino/Delfina was such a pleasure to read and watching her unfold as a character was very entertaining. The only thing I didn't enjoy about this particular volume was that there was a storyline that wasn't quit More...
Mar 04, 2010
Bryllyg
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Pleasantly uncomplicated reading.
Some of the situations and plot resolutions seem a bit too simplified, but that's part of the novel's charm, and it fits well with the viewpoint character.
Every story requires, to varying degrees, a willing suspension of disbelief. If you have a background in aeronautics, this novel may require a bit more than usual. Apart from that, an enjoyable read.
Sep 24, 2010
Jenny
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Didn't know this was number 3...but it didn't matter. On a quest to find a renaissance book. It was an interesting story of a young girl (pretending to be a boy) who is an apprentice to Leonard daVinci. She helps him solve the mystery of who has murdered one of the apprentices and has stolen daVinci's flying machine. It is so interesting to read about daVinci and his incredible artistic and scientific talents.
Apr 03, 2010
Shelley
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This was a great read - definitely the best in the series so far... ends with a bit of a cliffie - so I'm wondering if it's the end of the road for this series. Sigh. This just makes me want to read more about da Vinci, really - to separate fact from fiction.
Apr 07, 2010
Suburbangardener
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The books in this series need a good editor. I was distracted by the writing ("the youths," repeated reference to particolored hose, etc), but I love the setting of Renaissance Milan and Da Vinci as sleuth. There was less Leonardo in this book than in the first two, and the mystery doesn't get figured out so much as merely revealed.
Jan 10, 2011
Rita
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This is a really fun book, it was easy to read and the story line was intriguing. I would definitely read others by Stuckart.
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