Kell Posted September 24, 2006 Posted September 24, 2006 The Medici Seal by Theresa Breslin Author: Theresa Breslin ISBN # 0385610203 Publisher: Doubleday First Published: 2006 485 pages Blurb: Fleeing from the murderous brigand Sandino, Matteo - a young boy - is saved from drowning by the companions of Leonardo Da Vinci. From this moment on, Matteo is at the Maestro's side as he carries out his work, which ranges from the painting of magnificent frescos to intricate dissection of the human body. But Leonardo is employed by Cesare Borgia, head of one of Italy's leading families. Cruel and ruthless, the Borgia punishes without mercy those who oppose him or who threaten him in any way. And as Da Vinci and Matteo travel across Italy on the Borgia's business, murder, deceit and revenge follow in their trail. For Matteo carries with him a secret - a secret that both the Borgia and Medici families would kill to obtain. A life-changing secret that must, finally, come to light for all to see. Review: Theresa Breslin is one of the most highly respected writers fro children and young adults working in Britain today and it Quote
Inver Posted September 26, 2006 Posted September 26, 2006 Have read 'Remembrance' by her...was very good. Will have to look out for others. Young girl who becomes a nurse during the war. Quote
KW Posted October 3, 2006 Posted October 3, 2006 Another great review from Kell. Is this book older? I seem to have heard of it some time ago. I'll check it out on Amazon. Quote
Kell Posted October 3, 2006 Author Posted October 3, 2006 I think it's been long-awaited, but it's new out this year. Very ejoyable. If you're interested in it, KW, I'm selling my copy on... Quote
Kell Posted October 6, 2006 Author Posted October 6, 2006 If you want it, I've listed it in the "Sale or Swap" section... Quote
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