When what is believed to be an authentic Raphael painting is discovered beneath the painting of another artist, questions of authenticity lead to murder.
The Raphael Affair
is the first in a series of Art History Mysteries by Iain Pears, and his style reminded me a bit of Agatha Christie. While it didn't keep me on the edge of my seat or riveted to the pages, it was a cute book -- that is, if "cute" can be applied to fraud and murder. :-) This is a series I will definitely keep on the TBR list for when I want a quick pick-me-up and that I would recommend if you're looking for ideas for the Art History Reading Challenge.
I am looking for a couple more books for the Art History Challenge so thanks for the rec.
ReplyDeleteMarg ~ I think we're all looking for each other's suggestions for that one. :-) What a fun challenge though!
ReplyDeleteLezlie
This is the kind of book I love to pick up between review books...thanks for the suggestion!
ReplyDeleteMichele ~ My pleasure! :-)
ReplyDeleteLezlie
Art history mysteries are usually fun. I will have to look for this series. Thanks for the great review, Lezlie.
ReplyDeleteLiterary Feline ~ If you have other suggestions along these line, please let me know! I'd love to check them out.
ReplyDeleteLezlie
Ooh! Sounds very cool!
ReplyDeleteLadytink ~ It was different from my usual fare, so I thought so, too!
ReplyDeleteLezlie
Just ordered this from the library, looking forward to starting it.
ReplyDeleteZetor ~ I hope you enjoy it! I'll be waiting to see your thoughts on it. :-)
ReplyDeleteLezlie
It's always nice when you have a book on the list that someone else reviews positively. YAY!
ReplyDeleteBooklogged ~ I can't wait to see your thoughts on it! I hope I can get back to this series after I finish up my challenges.
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