I have read 4 or 5 of Kimberly Belle's books. And I have thoroughly enjoyed all of them. The latest, the Paris Widow, is NOT an exception. It's the story of a love affair between Stella and Adam...and a whole bunch more. We learn a lot about the antiquities market, and the fact that there are so many archaeological artifacts stolen and replicated. The next time I go to a museum, I will be wondering whether or not what I see is truly the original piece! It's staggering what goes on in that world.
Kimberly has done a terrific job of combining the personal story with a thorough description of what happens in the antiquities domain. Even though every once in a while we hear about a piece of art that has been stolen, we rarely hear about statues, vases, and a whole variety of other pieces that have been taken. And then, when they are found, we now might question whether or not it's the original piece!
Thanks, Kimberly, for educating us.
P.S. Please note that the Paris Widow becomes available to purchase on June 11.
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