Leonardo's Swans (Abridged) Audiobook

" Interesting read. Historical "fiction", i.e. story during Renaissance Italy of the Leonardo and Ludovico era as seen by the d'Este sisters (powerful and influential women of the time). Some parts of the story/plot were lacking and I felt some questions were unanswered or not explained well enough, but all in all, a very decent read. "

" An engaging read, if you're into historical fiction. "

" While this book doesn't have as much to do with Da Vinci as I hoped it did, it was interesting to read a historical novel that put into perspective the subjects for a number of Leonardo's pieces. A very interesting book full of political intrigue and historical plots, tied into the life of a prominent figure in art. My only gripe is that it definitely dragged on in parts, particularly towards the end. Although that may have been because it was 3 am and I really wanted to sleep, but wouldn't let myself sleep, until I had finished the book. "

" I had trouble getting into this one..I kept trying and read more then half of it "

" Enjoyable and extremely well researched with a helpful general character history at the end. :) "

" A very "okay" historical novel. (You'd think a Tulane graduate would do better.) "

" The story loosely told around the life of Leonardo da Vinci. "

" An interesting and very sad/disturbing story about two sisters. "

" it has been a few years. i cant remember much but i loved it. "

" Always enjoy these types of artist stories. Good story with art and intrigue. "

" Pretty badly written and some of the 21st century writing tedious. Good on Isabella though. "

" Did not like this book. "

" I thought this book dragged a bit and I was disappointed that there was not more about Leonardo Da Vinci in the story line. A lot of the characters were not very likeable. "

" Read it years ago, Karen Essex is very good. "

" Interesting story about the 1400-1500's and the lifestyles of the rich and famous. One author's take on Leonardo's genius and how sister's could be so different, yet the same. "

" This began as a silly historical romance and didn't get much better. I was bored and ready to move on to a better. "

" interesting as a portrait of Leonardo's times, but story is somewhat depressing and drags "

" Interesting book. I always love read reading about renaissance Italy and leonardo's life. "

" Okay historical novel with Da Vinci and real life sisters who marry dukes of Italy. Isabella d'Este (sister in law to Lucrezia Borgia) and Beatrice. Sexual and political intrigue. Lively at first, then I had trouble finishing it. "

" Loved reading the story behind the famous paintings. "

" Entertaining fictionalized history, love that Leo, he made the book for me, I would have liked to get a little more of him here. "

" This historical fiction book really surprised me. I liked the little notes that Leonardo actually wrote...and the whole idea to form a story with sisters and their jealousy was pretty cool. Very informative, and you learn a lot about Leonardo's life and the art in the Louvre. "

" This book was so rich and textural. So well researched. Very inspirational, providing me with a wonderful context for a visit to Italy. A must-read. "