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A very interesting story of artists Mary Cassatt, Edgar Degas, Manet, and their contemporaries.
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I have a friend who organizes a Book Club for artists. This was their last selection. Although I missed the Author‘s Zoom with the group, I am happy that I read this book. I learned of the 40 year close friendship between Mary Cassatt and Edgar Degas. I was enthralled with the Impressionists(Mary was the only American)and Belle Epoque Paris. It made these revered artists human, including their struggles, personal lives and passion. #strongwoman

Picked up two holds at the Library today, and realized how similar the titles are!

I really enjoyed this historical fiction about the relationship between Mary Cassat and Edgar Degas. The Belle Époque is such a fascinating time period in art history and it was fun to be a fly on the wall amongst Cassat, Degas and their Impressionist contemporaries as they broke away from the rigid strictures of the Paris Salon.

This book wasn‘t poorly written, but I felt no connection to the characters nor chemistry between them. It seemed more like an artificial historical romance with a lot of name dropping. #bookclub #catsoflitsy

I wasn't sure if I was going to like the book, but it really is a good read- especially if you like art and history, and Paris. It follows Edgar Degas and Mary Cassatt as the impressionist movement is first gaining momentum. I loved the details!