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“An intriguing art- and history-filled tribute to an oft-overlooked dynamic woman.” —Kirkus Reviews
“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
“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, New York Times best-selling author
“Saving Vincent, Fernandez’s immersive rendering of Jo van Gogh Bonger’s real-life efforts to rescue Vincent van Gogh’s art from obscurity, is a story of such substance readers won’t want to miss a single word.”—NJ Mastro, author of Solitary Walker: A Novel of Mary Wollstonecraft
“We all know van Gogh’s work—and now Joan Fernandez’s debut introduces us to Jo van Gogh, who helped create the artist’s legacy. Saving Vincent is a luminous, captivating novel about a woman who was truly ahead of her time.” —Camille Pagán, Washington Post bestselling author of Good for You.
“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
“Art history buffs—like me—who never learned how van Gogh’s paintings survived will welcome Saving Vincent. Drawing on voluminous research, Fernandez brings to life the unexpected story of Jo van Gogh Bonger. I found it tremendously gratifying to discover the vital role she played at a time when women were virtually excluded from the art world.”—Jude Berman, author of The Vow
“Joan Fernandez is a remarkable author; her latest book is an invitation to delve into the captivating story of Jo van Gogh. . . In this delightful read, Fernandez not only uncovers Jo’s significance but also enlightens us about the crucial role she played, weaving a rich tapestry of storytelling that underscores the profound importance of art in our lives.” —Midwest Book Review
“[This is] . . . a great story. . .and timely application of advocacy principles for women, especially. Jo’s experience demonstrates agency in a man’s world and holistic fulfillment. Each chapter exemplifies a bend in the road, a triumph and pitfall, in the process of creating a successful marketing campaign.” —Penelope Schmidt, gallery owner
“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.”—The Historical Fiction Company
