Sherry G. (Shervivor) - , reviewed The Agony and the Ecstasy: A Biographical Novel of Michelangelo on + 97 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 7
This is my favorite novel of all time! I have been an avid reader of novels for 28 years, so that is quite the compliment. As I was reading I felt like I had come to know Michelangelo, the man, on a personal level. The way Stone described Michelango carving made me want to pick up a piece of marble and give carving a whirl. I can't imagine the research that went into producing this book. This is a very long novel and if you have no interest in history, Italy or art it may be difficult to get through. But because I love this book so much it would be very hard for me to comprehend that not everyone would love it as much as I do. If you have any interest in reading historical fiction The Agony and the Ecstasy is a must read!
Royce M. (kiwiprincess) reviewed The Agony and the Ecstasy: A Biographical Novel of Michelangelo on + 2 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 2
Well written and absorbing! I loved the historical detail in this book! Irving managed to make the characters come alive yet still maintained historical integrity.
Enough to keep you fascinated til the last page!
Enough to keep you fascinated til the last page!