The Mona Lisa Vanishes

Delve into the captivating narrative nonfiction that explores the infamous theft of the Mona Lisa from the Louvre, a crime that propelled Leonardo da Vinci's masterpiece into global fame. Set against the backdrop of revolutionary turn-of-the-century Paris, this engaging account unravels the mystery surrounding the heist, featuring colorful characters from the era, including thieves and detectives, while also tracing da Vinci’s extraordinary life. With a blend of crime, celebrity, and art history, this middle-grade tale grips readers with the revelation that the world's most renowned painting should never have existed at all.