Description
Experience the captivating tale set in The Hague, 1882, where a howling winter night transforms the lives of Sien and her daughter. Faced with the bitter cold and overwhelming exhaustion, their fate takes a remarkable turn when they encounter Vincent van Gogh, a struggling artist who becomes their unlikely savior. Discover how Vincent, captivated by Sien's beauty and resilience, offers them warmth and shelter in their hour of need. His offer evolves into a poignant journey, as Sien shifts from a model to a muse, igniting a passionate romance that defies societal norms. Yet, as their love deepens, the insecurities and hostility from the townsfolk pose a grave threat to their bond. Will love conquer all, or will the forces around them lead to ruin? Immerse yourself in this powerful narrative that explores the intersection of desperation and ambition, survival and art, creating a breathtaking portrait of Vincent and Sien’s intertwined destinies. This brand new trade paperback, published by Pan Macmillan Australia in 2023, offers readers an engaging dive into the world of timeless love and artistic genius that stands the test of time. **Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.**
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781761264863
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2023
Publisher: Pan Macmillan Australia
Description:
The Hague, 1882, a howling winter's night. Sien and her daughter are on the brink of surrendering to the bitter cold, their exhaustion, their hunger, when a good Samaritan appears. Vincent van Gogh, a struggling artist, provides them with warmth and shelter for the night. Fascinated by Sien - her face, her struggles, her life lived - Vincent offers her work sitting for him. From model to muse, the two soon become lovers.
As the connection and intimacy between Vincent and Sien deepen, their relationship draws scathing scrutiny and hostility from the town and those closest to them, threatening to tear them apart.
Can their love endure, even if it ruins them?
This is the breathtaking and visceral intertwining of one woman's need for survival and one man's road to artistic genius. This is the story of Vincent and Sien.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781761264863
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2023
Publisher: Pan Macmillan Australia
Description:
The Hague, 1882, a howling winter's night. Sien and her daughter are on the brink of surrendering to the bitter cold, their exhaustion, their hunger, when a good Samaritan appears. Vincent van Gogh, a struggling artist, provides them with warmth and shelter for the night. Fascinated by Sien - her face, her struggles, her life lived - Vincent offers her work sitting for him. From model to muse, the two soon become lovers.
As the connection and intimacy between Vincent and Sien deepen, their relationship draws scathing scrutiny and hostility from the town and those closest to them, threatening to tear them apart.
Can their love endure, even if it ruins them?
This is the breathtaking and visceral intertwining of one woman's need for survival and one man's road to artistic genius. This is the story of Vincent and Sien.