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# The Painter's Apprentice: A Novel of 16th-Century Venice (Venetian Artisans)

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Review: Contemporary literature needs more heroines like this one! - The story is simple and straightforward, and it clearly illustrates the dark side of being a woman during those times. It is a love story, and also a story of friendship, loss, hope and survival. The writing moves along at an even pace, and the suspense builds over time. Well written, interesting characters; some are endearing, all are complex, none are stereotypes. Venetian artisans, nuns, and gondoliers; Saracens and Roman Catholics, adults young and old, and children interact during a ghastly time of plague. If you’re interested in art as I am, you’ll enjoy details about the process of gold gilding and creating altarpieces. Cheers to Laura Morelli for creating a heroine who is brave, likable, and credible at the same time. She is no fairy tale princess. Don’t read ahead, you won’t guess how it ends. The Greek myth of Pyramus and Thisbe, referenced throughout the book, subtly ‘resurfaces’ at the end, with a delightful twist. A very fine historical novel.
Review: Colorful Historical Fiction with Skilled, Strong Heroine & Gripping Story Tension - Laura Morelli just became one of my favorite fiction authors with The Painter’s Apprentice. I love a tale with an intelligent, vulnerable yet strong, determined female Hera (female hero) and Ms. Morelli delivered. Very colorful portrayal of old Venice, as well as a well-researched story line based on the ancient art of gilding. Mix with class and racial tensions, Catholic Church dogma and unreliable characters and you have a compelling read.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Best Sellers Rank | #230,014 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #2,724 in Historical Thrillers (Books) #6,715 in Historical Romances |
| Book 1 of 2  | Venetian Artisans |
| Customer Reviews | 4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars (765) |
| Dimensions  | 6 x 1.02 x 9 inches |
| ISBN-10  | 1942778929 |
| ISBN-13  | 978-1942778929 |
| Item Weight  | 1.31 pounds |
| Language  | English |
| Print length  | 406 pages |
| Publication date  | October 28, 2017 |
| Publisher  | The Scriptorium |

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Contemporary literature needs more heroines like this one!
*by N***S on May 14, 2022*

The story is simple and straightforward, and it clearly illustrates the dark side of being a woman during those times. It is a love story, and also a story of friendship, loss, hope and survival. The writing moves along at an even pace, and the suspense builds over time. Well written, interesting characters; some are endearing, all are complex, none are stereotypes. Venetian artisans, nuns, and gondoliers; Saracens and Roman Catholics, adults young and old, and children interact during a ghastly time of plague. If you’re interested in art as I am, you’ll enjoy details about the process of gold gilding and creating altarpieces. Cheers to Laura Morelli for creating a heroine who is brave, likable, and credible at the same time. She is no fairy tale princess. Don’t read ahead, you won’t guess how it ends. The Greek myth of Pyramus and Thisbe, referenced throughout the book, subtly ‘resurfaces’ at the end, with a delightful twist. A very fine historical novel.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Colorful Historical Fiction with Skilled, Strong Heroine & Gripping Story Tension
*by J***R on August 3, 2020*

Laura Morelli just became one of my favorite fiction authors with The Painter’s Apprentice. I love a tale with an intelligent, vulnerable yet strong, determined female Hera (female hero) and Ms. Morelli delivered. Very colorful portrayal of old Venice, as well as a well-researched story line based on the ancient art of gilding. Mix with class and racial tensions, Catholic Church dogma and unreliable characters and you have a compelling read.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A joy to read!
*by P***O on November 29, 2017*

Having already read and enjoyed Ms. Morelli’s The Gondola Maker, I was eager to read The Painter’s Apprentice. I was not disappointed. Once again, Ms. Morelli crafted her prose with profound artistry; and I was transported back to Renaissance Venice, with all its majesty, pageantry, and oh yes, the Plague. As an artist, I particularly enjoyed the fascinating, detailed portrayal of the gilding technique, the pigment mixing mediums, and the wood panel preparations. Clearly, Ms. Morelli did her homework, but never did these details feel textbook or tutorial, but rather they are worked into the narrative seamlessly. I cheered for Maria Bartolini, the protagonist, whose work ethic and love for her father and her paramour remained steadfast despite the many hurdles and heartaches in her path.

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