What if everything we think we know about Vincent van Gogh
is all lies?
Vincent’s Women:
The Untold Story of the Loves of
Vincent Van Gogh
by Donna Russo
Genre: Historical Biographical
Women’s Fiction
Donna Russo's 'Vincent's Women' is the untold story of
Vincent's loves: how they shaped his life, his art, and his death. It writes
against the 'myths, ' exploring the possibility that none of them are true. It
is the only novel to bring into question his sexuality, how he lost his ear,
who he lost it for, and how he might have died, all through the eyes of a
woman. We learn of Her; we learn all of it through Her.
The story is guided by Johanna van Gogh Bonger, Vincent's
sister-in-law, as she decides to reveal the truth about Vincent to her son. We
are then taken on a journey through Vincent's life, each section bringing a
pivotal moment of Vincent's life alive while showing us the part she played in
bringing it about. Between each woman, our guide, Johanna, gives us the
transitional periods, right up to his death, which is now in question.
Hundreds of the nearly thousand letters between Vincent van
Gogh and his brother Theo, now considered one of the greatest documents of the
human experience, were used to help construct this novel, its narrative, and
dialogue, especially the dialogue of Vincent himself.
Vincent van Gogh is one of the most well-known artists of
all time. The world knows of his madness, traumas, and suicide. But what if all
that we know isn't true? What if this knowledge is based on rumors and nothing
more? What if his true story is vastly different when based on factual material
and forensic information? What if the truth of Vincent's life-his madness and
his genius-is defined by his never-ending search for love?
Advance Praise:
“Arresting…masterful… a provocative and compelling
look at one of history’s most enigmatic artists.” -Publishers Weekly
“A symphonic novel that sheds new light on an
elusive genius.” -Kirkus Reviews
“Vincent’s Women represents historical fiction at its
best…astute, thought-provoking, and revealing.” -Midwest Book Review
“One of the most wonderful books about an artist I have
ever read." -Stephanie Cowell, Author of Claude and Camille: a novel of
Monet, and Marrying Mozart. Recipient American Book Award.
“A powerful and satisfying read." -Lynn Cullen,
Bestselling Author of The Woman with the Cure and Mrs. Poe
“The writing and dialogue are all so well done, and the
use of a fictional narrative makes it all feel authentic. Very highly
recommended.” -Readers' Favorite 5-star Review
“This novel is not just a book; it is a masterful
painting in itself, portraying the vibrant, volatile, and often tragic life of
one of history's most renowned artists.” -5-Star Amazon Review
“This is historical fiction at its best…a tour de force!”
-5-Star Goodreads Review
“This is easily the best book I’ve read this year!” -5-star
NetGalley Review
A Foreword Reviews Editorial Selection
FINALIST Next Generation Indie Book Awards
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Donna Russo is the bestselling author of historical fiction,
women’s fiction, and fantasy including the international bestselling Novels of
Newport: Gilded Summers and Gilded Dreams as well as her latest release,
Vincent’s Women. Her critically acclaimed work has been praised with multiple
awards and has received a starred review in Publishers Weekly. (For more awards
and reviews, please visit https://www.authordonnarusso.com/books). Additionally,
Donna worked as a model and actor since the age of seventeen, working on such
projects as Martin Scorsese’s The Departed and Showtime’s Brotherhood. Donna is
also an award-winning screenwriter, ghostwriter, and painter. She holds two degrees
from the University of Rhode Island. Her two sons—Devon, an opera singer; and
Dylan, a chef—will always be her greatest works.
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