But with all napoli books i have read it is one that stays with you after you finish reading it. Donna jo napoli was born the youngest of four children in miami, february 28, 1948, to an italianamerican family. The smile 2008 is one of donna jo napolis young adult novels. From then on she found solace in the escape provided by books, using reading as comfort during family troubles and instability stemming from her fathers gambling. Browse author series lists, sequels, pseudonyms, synopses, book covers, ratings and awards. As with all donna jo napoli books i have read there is no happy ending. Digital rights management drm the publisher has supplied this book in encrypted form, which means that you need to install free software in order to unlock and read it. Donna jo napoli is the author of one of my favorite books zel, but generally, i think her books are just okay.
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With spoton flair for infusing history with coolness, napoli details a slice of the life of monna elisabetta, better known as mona lisa. Through this deeply personal story, napoli paints a magnificent and mournful portrait of the italian. The last scene of the book depicts the conclusion of his painting, which the reader knows will become one of the most popular paintings in the world. The smile audiobook by donna jo napoli 9780525628958. Leonardo da vinci and members of the famous medici family are among the few. Author donna jo napolis complete list of books and series in order, with the latest releases, covers, descriptions and availability. The smile tells the story of elisabetta, the year old daughter of minor nobility in late 1490 florence as she grows into womanhood. The smile is probably one of the better napoli books but i honestly think all of her ya books are amazing. After correcting an eyesight problem left undiagnosed until the age of 10, napoli became an avid reader. Start a free 30day trial today and get your first audiobook.