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Rodin’s Lover by Heather Webb & Giveaway (US/Canada)

January 28, 2015 by Darlene

Rodins-LoverRodin’s Lover by Heather  Webb is a fascinating journey back in time.  It takes us into the lives of sculptors Auguste Rodin and Camille Claudel and sweeps us through their passionate and often volatile relationship together.

Camille Claudel was not your typical woman of the 1800’s.  Not only was she a talented sculptor; she was also fiercely independent and determined to succeed as an artist in a man’s world.  Growing up with a mother who never showed her love and constantly berated her for one reason or another only made Camille strive harder for the future she wanted.

Meeting the great artist Auguste Rodin changes Camille’s life forever.  He not only makes Camille his apprentice but also his muse.  The attraction between the two is magnetic and inspires them both to create amazing works of art.  Not all is perfect in their relationship though.  For years Rodin has lived with a woman called Rose who has taken care of him and given him a son. Despite his troubled relationship with her he is unwilling to leave her.  This sparks a fierce jealousy in Camille who believes if Rodin loved her as much as he claims to he should be able to leave Rose and make her, Camille, his whole life.  It is not to be and eventually the volatile nature of their relationship and the pressures of trying to succeed in the male dominated art world pushes Camille to the edge of madness and beyond.

Rodin’s Lover is a beautifully written book and steeped in history.  From the first to the last page I was fully drawn into the lives of Camille and Auguste and enjoyed every minute.  In fact this novel prompted me to do further reading on both characters because I was so intrigued by them and their art.  Rodin’s Lover is perfect for those who enjoy historical fiction and will also appeal to those who enjoy novels about dramatic relationships.  Highly recommended!

 

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GIVEAWAY – OPEN TO US & CANADIAN RESIDENTS

1 paperback copy up for giveaway.

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Draw Date February 14/15

 

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– Must be 18 or older to enter.
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– All giveaway entrants agree to be honest and not cheat the systems; any suspect of fraud is decided upon by blog/site owner and the sponsor, and entrants may be disqualified at our discretion.

 

 

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Source: Digital review copy provided by the publisher for an honest review. Giveaway sponsored by the tour co. No compensation was received.
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Filed Under: 2015 - 100+ Books, 2015 ARC's, 2015 Book Reviews, 2015 eBooks, 2015 HF Reading Challenge, Historical Fiction Virtual Blog Tours, Historical Novels

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  1. Ann says

    January 28, 2015 at 6:26 am

    I love books with a historical background. This sounds like an interesting read.
    Ann

  2. Connie Fischer says

    January 28, 2015 at 10:18 am

    I have been fascinated with Rodin from the first time I visited the Rodin museum in Paris. “Up front and personal” with his sculptures and sketches made my mouth drop. “The Gates of Hell” is truly impressive and a sculpture that takes quite awhile to study.

    I would love to read this book and get to know the artist even more.

  3. Suko says

    January 28, 2015 at 10:39 am

    Thank you for hosting yet another fabulous book giveaway, Darlene! I will add it to my blog’s sidebar. The book sounds fascinating.

  4. griperang/Angela says

    January 28, 2015 at 11:38 am

    This sounds like an interesting book, thank you for sharing

  5. Amy @ HF Virtual Book Tours says

    January 28, 2015 at 6:24 pm

    Great review, Dar! I’m thrilled that you enjoyed Rodin’s Lover and I appreciate you hosting Heather’s blog tour.

    Good luck to everyone entering the giveaway!

    Amy
    HF Virtual Book Tours

  6. Carol L says

    January 29, 2015 at 9:44 am

    I love everything. About this tour. I can’t wait to read the book.Sounds so amazing.
    Carol L

  7. Kim H. says

    February 10, 2015 at 4:21 pm

    I’m really looking forward to reading this book. I’ve not read about Rodin or Camille Claudel, but I have read Debra Finerman’s novel,”Mademoiselle Victorine”, which is about Edouard Manet’s muse, Victorine Meurant. It was based during the same period I believe, and as I recall, Victorine and Manet had a relationship (in the book) that was a bit turbulent also. I certainly enjoyed reading that novel, and so I’m excited about Ms. Webb’s too. Thank you for the giveaway.
    Kim H.

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