Saving Vincent
A Novel of Jo van Gogh
by Joan Fernandez
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Pub Date Apr 15 2025 | Archive Date Apr 30 2025
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Description
In the tradition of The Paris Bookseller and Her Hidden Genius, the story of a real woman overshadowed in history by the giant talent she saved, Vincent van Gogh.
How did a failed belligerent Dutch painter become one of the greatest artists of our time?
In 1891, timid Jo van Gogh Bonger lives safely in the background of her art dealer husband Theo’s passionate work to sell unknown artists, especially his ill-fated dead brother Vincent. When Theo dies unexpectedly, Jo’s brief happiness is shattered. Her inheritance—hundreds of unsold paintings by Vincent—is worthless. Pressured to move to her parents’ home, Jo defies tradition, opening a boarding house to raise her infant son alone, and choosing to promote Vincent’s art herself. But her ingenuity and persistence draw the powerful opposition of a Parisian art dealer who vows to stop her once and for all, and so sink Vincent into obscurity.
Saving Vincent reveals there was more than one genius in the Van Gogh family.
Advance Praise
"You've probably never heard of Jo van Gogh, but were it not for her, none of us would have ever known there was a Vincent van Gogh. In this skillfully researched and propulsive story, Joan Fernandez shares the untold history of a true unsung heroine who saved her brother-in-law's artwork and legacy. You will root for Jo van Gogh from beginning to end." —Renee Rosen, USA Today bestselling author of Let's Call Her Barbie.
"Fernandez brings Jo's untold story to life with brilliant historical acuity. . . [her] portrayal of Jo as a strong, smart, and indomitable woman is both inspiring and empowering. . . Lovers of Van Gogh’s work will find this story intense, vibrant, and deeply moving." —BookLife Review
“An intriguing art- and history-filled tribute to an oft-overlooked dynamic woman.” —Kirkus Review
“Joan Fernandez has brought to vivid life a truly remarkable person in tooth, claw and sinew that perhaps the world in general knows too little of. The writer has made her own and not inconsiderable contribution to a necessary and fuller understanding of the contribution of a truly steadfast and courageous individual.” —Historical Fiction Company
“The writing here is solid, clear and effective. The book is well-researched . . . it feels like a fresh take on the history of a well-known artist. The way Van Gogh pieces are included is a nice conceit.” —The BookLife Prize
“Fernandez masterfully weaves together Jo’s personal and professional struggles. . . Saving Vincent is not just a biography but a testament to Jo’s unwavering dedication and resilience. Through this engrossing narrative, Fernandez sheds light on the woman who made Vincent Van Gogh a household name, showcasing her as the unsung heroine of his legacy.” —Xanadu Book Awards
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Available Editions
| EDITION | Paperback |
| ISBN | 9781647428709 |
| PRICE | $17.99 (USD) |
| PAGES | 384 |
