Set in Florence in 1557, the historical epistolary detective novel unfolds the murder of renowned painter Jacopo da Pontormo. The duke of Florence, Cosimo de' Medici, hires Giorgio Vasari to investigate. Amidst the artistic rivalries, speculation arises against artists like Agnolo Bronzino and Pontormo's assistants amid secretive unions for downtrodden laborers. The tale intertwines real historical figures, like Michelangelo, and reveals a society rife with political machinations, romance, and humorous anecdotal clashes, illustrating the challenges for artists amidst burgeoning creativity and societal expectations.
The investigation not only unveils the murder of Jacopo da Pontormo but also reveals the tumultuous dynamics within the Renaissance art world, filled with intrigue and rivalry.
Characters like Giorgio Vasari and Agnolo Bronzino navigate a web of suspicion, secret meetings, and unfulfilled artistic ambitions against the backdrop of Medici politics and societal challenges.
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