I found this to be a nice easy read with characters that held my attention, and a story that was interesting enough to make me want to find out more about Artemisia and her life. I would have liked a more in depth look at Artemisia and her husband, their relationship, and his relationship with his daughter.Although this was not an "exciting Page-turner", it did hold my attention, and I cared about the people in the story. I really enjoyed the descriptions and the interpretations of Artemisia's paintings, Italy, and the art of the times, and I found myself looking up her paintings on line so that I could see for myself what she wanted so badly to express in her art.I am very glad that I read this story, and look forward to reading her other book, Girl in Hayicinth Blue, as I haven't yet had the pleasure.Enjoy,Debbi