Madame Picasso

De: Anne Girard

Narrado por: Leslie Carroll

The mesmerizing and untold story of Eva Gouel, the unforgettable woman who stole the heart of the greatest artist of our time.

When Eva Gouel moves to Paris from the countryside, she is full of ambition and dreams of stardom. Though young and inexperienced, she manages to find work as a costumer at the famous Moulin Rouge, and it is here that she first catches the attention of Pablo Picasso, a rising star in the art world. A brilliant but eccentric artist, Picasso sets his sights on Eva, and Eva can't help but be drawn into his web. But what starts as a torrid affair soon evolves into what will become the first great love of Picasso's life.

With sparkling insight and passion, Madame Picasso introduces us to a dazzling heroine, taking us from the salon of Gertrude Stein to the glamorous Moulin Rouge and inside the studio and heart of one of the most enigmatic and iconic artists of the 20th century.

©2014 Diane Haeger (P)2014 Recorded Books

Interesting historical fiction

Interesting premise and historical fiction. I didn't find the story to be very believable nor were the characters very likable. I would give this 3.5 stars

I beautiful memoir of a love affair.

The book gives a behind-the-scenes look at Pablo Picasso and two of his women. It is a historical romance that will take you back to the days of avant-garde in arts and the people who surrounded them in Paris during the beginning of the 20th century. It also gives some insight into Picasso and how he worked.

I am not an admirer of Picasso but I remember hearing about his life and loves and, yes, I had heard of Eva Gouel. I am new to the genre of historical novels and this one has made me take a closer look at others in the genre. I definitely recommend this one.

Very interesting

I liked how the story puts a personal feeling to the artist Picasso.
It is a very sad story in many levels

I don't write reviews - except now

I don't write reviews. However after my reaction to this book and audio performance I must..
It first I had a list of "issues•~ mainly with introducedher accent and long pauses...... I head no reason to peruse but I did.
Without regret- the story is beautiful with - an love story and all art buffs will admire

Romantic and Engaging!

Would you consider the audio edition of Madame Picasso to be better than the print version?

Absolutely

What did you like best about this story?

The passion and internal struggles transferred from Pablo Picasso. You found yourself cheering for him

Which character – as performed by Leslie Carroll – was your favorite?

Ava - so bold, brave and clever.

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

Yes - I cried very emotionally. As I said - you find yourself rooting for them.

Any additional comments?

Wonderful. I don't think I would have enjoyed it as much had I read it in print. Leslie Carroll's voice pulls you in immediately. Well done.