The Secret Life Of Sunflowers
A gripping, inspiring novel based on the true story of Johanna Bonger, Vincent van Gogh's sister-in-law
by Marta Molnar
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Pub Date Jul 19 2022 | Archive Date Aug 29 2022
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Description
WHEN HOLLYWOOD AUCTIONEER Emsley Wilson finds her famous grandmother's diary while cleaning out her New York brownstone, the pages are full of surprises. The first surprise is, the diary isn't her grandmother's. It belongs to Johanna Bonger, Vincent van Gogh's sister-in-law.
Johanna inherited Vincent van Gogh's paintings. They were all she had, and they weren't worth anything. She was a 28 year old widow with a baby in the 1800s, without any means of supporting herself, living in Paris where she barely spoke the language. Yet she managed to introduce Vincent's legacy to the world.
The inspiration couldn't come at a better time for Emsley. With her business failing, an unexpected love turning up in her life, and family secrets unraveling, can she find answers in the past?
Advance Praise
"... an outstanding look at perseverance, overcoming glass ceilings and being the strongest woman that you can be... a wonderful book that should be read by everyone." Michelle Cox
"This book has me in my feels." Kaela Stokes
"I loved the story. The back and forth between present and past. I loved the pace of the book, not rushed but a perfect storytelling of a journey into acceptance and rebuilding of life." Judy Wagner
"... this book would be an excellent book club read. It's engaging and funny, with real depth of emothion that shines through... " Gretchen Coon
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