The Painted Girls

The blend of history and fiction felt seamless but also made me wonder about the research involved. Did the author have to make tough choices about what to include or omit?

Their desire for freedom and self-expression felt so relatable, yet also painfully constrained by their environment. How did others interpret their fight for independence?

The detailed paintings and settings brought the era to life. I wonder if the author visited specific locations or relied on art history to craft these scenes.