Vincent Van Gogh is one of my favourite artists. His technique and the way he saw the world is simply incredible. I loved the idea of his final days being one filled with love, and so I just had to read this book. 

While completely fictional, it's clear that the author is well versed on the life of Van Gogh. The details and descriptions were fascinating and captivating all at once. It's as if the information I knew about him came to life. 

I did find Louise to be tiresome at times, a little flakey or repetitive. But there were also parts of her that I felt were strong and admirable. She was determined to change her life and you saw that all unfold. Her children came first, although she seemed to also keep them at bay at times as well. 

I think I would have liked to see Louise a bit more firm in herself, she seemed so easily influenced by others. But that is also a natural human flaw and so it had its endearing side. 

I enjoyed how at the end of the book the author shared what inspired this story and how ma y of the characters were real, but that the story itself wasn't. 

3.5 stars for me. 


This book was an ARC copy from Book Sirens and is my honest thoughts and feelings.