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"""The Vow poignantly explores both the rewards and challenges of being a creative woman. With its rich descriptions of eighteenth-century Europe, this novel is a well-researched, timeless look at how powerfully the soul can guide us, both in art and in love."" --Ginny Kubitz Moyer, author of The Seeing Garden ""Berman strikes a balance that few other writers can quite as successfully match. . . . [her] narrative style is impressively fluid, skillfully balancing suspense and drama in just the right amounts to entice the reader into this beautifully written novel. The Vow is a must-read for all readers looking for an inspiring story of succeeding against the odds."" --Readers' Favorite, 5-star review ""Enthralling, beautiful portrait of the talented neoclassical artist Angelica Kauffman, whose fierce passion for independence drove her love and ambition. Berman's vivid dialogue recreates the fascinating tug between Kauffman's sensual artistry and clever intellect. Skillfully evocative of time and place, The Vow is a must-read for art-loving historical fiction readers."" --Joan Fernandez, author of Saving Vincent: A Novel of Jo van Gogh ""Intense and refreshing. A compelling story about life and art with vivid characters and an engaging setting."" --Kirkus Reviews ""Jude Berman has created a spirited, engaging glimpse into the life of one of the most important artists of the eighteenth century. Kauffman was a true free spirit, dedicated to her art, and that is captured beautifully in this novel.""--Susanne Dunlap, author of The Portraitist: A Novel of Ad�la�de Labille-Guiard ""Lovers of art and seekers of the Divine will be especially enthralled by this masterful work set in late-1700s Italy and England--a creative revelation of the painterly life of Angelica Kauffman, a historical, exceptionally accomplished artist. Relive her encounters with celebrities of the time, including Joshua Reynolds, Goethe, and royalty."" --Francine Falk-Allen, author of A Wolff in the Family ""Within the atmospheric pages of The Vow, readers are transported to the vibrant world of Renaissance Europe, where the talented Angelica emerges as a beacon of strength and determination. In this mesmerizing tale woven by Jude Berman, the intricate dance between ambition and betrayal unfolds with breathtaking elegance. With skillful prose and classical descriptions, Berman paints a vivid portrait of a woman defying the constraints of her time, making this novel an unforgettable masterpiece in its own right."" --Joanne Howard, author of Sleeping in the Sun ""Written with rich historical detail that brings the characters and time period to life, Berman has crafted a novel worthy of attention and respect."" --Marina DelVecchio, author of Unsexed"

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Jude Berman grew up amid floor-to-ceiling shelves of books in many languages. In addition to a love of literature, her refugee parents instilled in her a deep appreciation for cultural diversity and social justice. Jude has a BA in art from Smith College and an EdD in cross-cultural communication from UMass Amherst. After a career in academic research, she built a freelance writing and editing business and ran two small independent presses. In her free time, she volunteers for civic causes, paints with acrylic watercolors, gardens, meditates, and blogs at www.judeberman.org. Jude lives in Berkeley, California, where she continues to work with authors and write fiction. She blogs at https: //judeberman.substack.com and https: //judeberman.org.

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