Kindle Price: $2.99

Promotions apply when you purchase

These promotions will be applied to this item:

Some promotions may be combined; others are not eligible to be combined with other offers. For details, please see the Terms & Conditions associated with these promotions.

Read with our free app
You've subscribed to ! We will preorder your items within 24 hours of when they become available. When new books are released, we'll charge your default payment method for the lowest price available during the pre-order period.
Update your device or payment method, cancel individual pre-orders or your subscription at
Your Memberships & Subscriptions

Buy for others

Give as a gift or purchase for a team or group.
Learn more

Buying and sending eBooks to others

  1. Select quantity
  2. Buy and send eBooks
  3. Recipients can read on any device

These ebooks can only be redeemed by recipients in the US. Redemption links and eBooks cannot be resold.
Kindle app logo image

Download the free Kindle app and start reading Kindle books instantly on your smartphone, tablet, or computer - no Kindle device required.

Read instantly on your browser with Kindle for Web.

Using your mobile phone camera - scan the code below and download the Kindle app.

QR code to download the Kindle App

Amazon book clubs early access
Loading your book clubs
There was a problem loading your book clubs. Please try again.
Not in a club? Learn more
Amazon book clubs early access

Join or create book clubs

Choose books together

Track your books
Bring your club to Amazon Book Clubs, start a new book club and invite your friends to join, or find a club that’s right for you for free.
Explore Amazon Book Clubs

Follow the author

Kathleen Reid
Follow
Something went wrong. Please try your request again later.

Secrets in the Palazzo Kindle Edition

by Kathleen Reid (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
3.9 3.9 out of 5 stars 38 ratings
See all formats and editions

Newly minted artist Rose Maning is thrilled with the positive reception of her first gallery opening. Her success is empowering, yet the constant demands of work make planning her wedding to Lyon impossible. To complicate matters further, her conservator friend Beatrice uncovers a mysterious clue to a centuries-old mystery that involves a lost Leonardo da Vinci painting.

Rose heads to the Eternal City of Rome to uncover a fierce rivalry between two of the greatest Renaissance masters: Michelangelo and Leonardo da Vinci. The past and the present intertwine when Beatrice becomes enthralled by a street artist named Mike. He and his nemesis, Vince, create thought-provoking murals that challenge people to look at history through a different lens.

As they search for the lost Leonardo, Rose learns some hard lessons about greed and the healing power of love.

Previous page
  1. Print length
    283 pages
  2. Language
    English
  3. Sticky notes
    On Kindle Scribe
  4. Publisher
    Koehler Books
  5. Publication date
    June 13, 2022
  6. File size
    763 KB
  7. Page Flip
    Enabled
  8. Word Wise
    Enabled
  9. Enhanced typesetting
    Enabled
  10. See all details
Next page

Editorial Reviews

Review

"Reid stirs all of these elements into an inviting and easygoing story-one that feels like a version of Dan Brown's The Da Vinci Code(2003) with cozier chats and artisanal tea blends."

Kirkus Reviews

"Reid deftly balances an enticing art history mystery with heady romance. Rose and Beatrice's Italy is a living museum complete with street artists as besotted with the Renaissance as the leads. Sleek charmer Vince continually re-populates da Vinci's Last Supper table, and the vigorous, unpolished Mike reconfigures classical and mythological iconography. While these rivals challenge societal norms with their confrontational murals, their world-as well as Rose and Beatrice's-feels removed from contemporary life, a Cinquecento fantasy of art for art's sake. But readers looking for a romantic escape to an Italy as full of glorious art as revitalizing as brilliant sunlight and abundant pasta will relish this tale."

Booklife Reviews

"Who wouldn't want to escape to Florence and Rome at this time for a delightful story involving a secret linking two of the greatest Renaissance painters?"

Rhys Bowen, New York Times and #1 Kindle bestselling author of the Edgar-award nominated The Venice Sketchbook

"The enthralling romance novel, Secrets in the Palazzo by Kathleen Reid, intertwines romance and mystery and includes superb descriptions of major Renaissance artists and their works. It is a unique, compelling work with intriguing twists. I loved that its main plots were unpredictable and the artists' murals in the work highlight themes of diversity and inclusion, relevant to our modern world. Highly recommend."

Readers' Favorite

"Kathleen Reid writes passionately of love, travel, Renaissance art, romantic love and the delights of Italy in Secrets in the Palazzo. A lost painting by Da Vinciupends the lives of friends Beatrice and Rose. A secret is revealed that changes the course of their lives and loves. Brava!"

Adriana Trigiani, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Good Left Undone

"Kathleen Reid does it again! Secrets in the Palazzo is a thrill of unpredictable moments and swooning romance. This book has everything you need-romance, suspense, mystery, art, and a good glass of wine. Incredible read, beautiful story."

Brenda Nicole Pena, author of Three

--This text refers to the hardcover edition.

About the Author

KATHLEEN REID is an award-winning author who has published three works of fiction: Paris Match, A Page Out of Life, and Sunrise in Florence (2019). She loves art history and carefully weaves her extensive research into the storylines of her novels. Kathleen writes to inspire, educate, and entertain her readers. Sunrise in Florence won five Indie Awards in romance and romantic suspense. Kathleen is a wife, mom of two girls, volunteer, and avid runner. Please go to www.kathleenreid.com for more information. Follow her on Insta @kathleenreidauthor --This text refers to the hardcover edition.

Product details

  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B09X319JDQ
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Koehler Books; 1st edition (June 13, 2022)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ June 13, 2022
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 763 KB
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 283 pages
  • Customer Reviews:
    3.9 3.9 out of 5 stars 38 ratings

About the author

Follow authors to get new release updates, plus improved recommendations.
Kathleen Reid

Kathleen Reid

Brief content visible, double tap to read full content.
Full content visible, double tap to read brief content.

Kathleen Reid is an award-winning author who lives in Virginia. She is excited about her new book, SECRETS IN THE PALAZZO, which launches in June 2022! Rose's gallery opening is a huge success, which delays her wedding plans to Lyon. Her conservator friend, Beatrice, finds a major clue to a centuries old art mystery surrounding a lost Leonardo da Vinci painting. The past and the present intertwine when Beatrice falls for a street artist named Mike. As they search for the lost Leonardo, Rose learns some hard lessons about greed and the healing power of love.

SUNRISE IN FLORENCE won 5 Indie Book Awards. NYT Bestselling author Adriana Trigiani said "it's a tonic for readers who love Italy, fine art and adventure." Rose Maning follows her dream and buys an apartment in Florence, Italy to pursue painting. Rose embraces everything Italian and experiences her own personal renaissance abroad. She falls in love and makes a mysterious discovery that reveals the character of the men in her life.

Please visit www.kathleenreid.com for more information.

Customer reviews

3.9 out of 5 stars
3.9 out of 5
38 global ratings
The perfect summer read
5 Stars
The perfect summer read
Kathleen Reid is a gifted writer. In Secrets she transports us to Italy for a wonderful romantic journey. She is able to blend history and fiction in a way that makes learning about the past so much fun. I am grateful for Ms. Reid’s wonderful novel hat entertained me on the beach this summer.
Hide
Thank you for your feedback
Sorry, there was an error
Sorry we couldn't load the review

Top reviews from the United States

Phoodle
5.0 out of 5 stars Perfect summer read!
Reviewed in the United States on June 27, 2022
Verified Purchase
Secrets in the Palazzo was filled with excitement and intrigue. I loved the storyline, the characters, and the setting. The ease with which Reid's writing transported the reader to Rome and Florence was authentic and enjoyable. Secrets in the Palazzo is the perfect beach read and more. I did not want it to end, but I can't wait to see where Reid takes us next!
Helpful
 Report
Kit Bredrup
5.0 out of 5 stars The perfect summer read
Reviewed in the United States on July 10, 2022
Verified Purchase
Kathleen Reid is a gifted writer. In Secrets she transports us to Italy for a wonderful romantic journey. She is able to blend history and fiction in a way that makes learning about the past so much fun. I am grateful for Ms. Reid’s wonderful novel hat entertained me on the beach this summer.
Customer image
Kit Bredrup
5.0 out of 5 stars The perfect summer read
Reviewed in the United States on July 10, 2022
Kathleen Reid is a gifted writer. In Secrets she transports us to Italy for a wonderful romantic journey. She is able to blend history and fiction in a way that makes learning about the past so much fun. I am grateful for Ms. Reid’s wonderful novel hat entertained me on the beach this summer.
Images in this review
Customer image
Customer image
Helpful
 Report
krrny
5.0 out of 5 stars Great, well researched, adventurous read
Reviewed in the United States on July 2, 2022
Verified Purchase
Kathleen has done a fabulous job of weaving together meticulously researched Renaissance art history with fast paced, fun and familiar romance. Each of Kathleen’s books continue to be a joy to read, especially for someone not too familiar with the genre.
Helpful
 Report
meh
1.0 out of 5 stars What a waste of time
Reviewed in the United States on October 23, 2022
Verified Purchase
How could book like this been ever published is beyond my belief. Incoherent plot lines, amateurish characters, and just plain bad writings! It does not matter that the settings are magnificent Florence, Rome, and to a lesser degree, beautiful Charlottesville!
Reasons #1, why I shouldn’t have joined a book club. COL.
Helpful
 Report
Claire Williams
5.0 out of 5 stars Escape to Italy's modern day and past...with some romance and fun!
Reviewed in the United States on October 27, 2022
Kathleen Reid took me on an exciting journey to Italy. Her descriptions of the sounds, smells and street life made me feel like I was there. She reveals the competition between Michelangelo and Leonardo da Vinci with details that have been thoughtfully researched. How fun to see her create a similar rivalry with street artists, Vince and Mike. A fun adventure that entertains and enlightens.
One person found this helpful
Helpful
 Report
Deanne Nicholson
5.0 out of 5 stars EXCELLENT SEQUEL
Reviewed in the United States on October 29, 2022
Thankful for this much-anticipated continuance of Rose’s journey in Italy. Writing a sequel that is just as good as the first is a challenging task, but Kathleen Reid has successfully pulled it off. Once again, she eloquently blends art, romance, and rich history into an uplifting story.
One person found this helpful
Helpful
 Report
Amazon Customer
5.0 out of 5 stars Fun and Interesting Read!
Reviewed in the United States on October 28, 2022
This is a fun read with some history thrown in…what’s not to like?!? Got it as a gift and read it this summer on the lake. I enjoyed it and recommend it!
Helpful
 Report
Report an issue

Does this item contain inappropriate content?
Report
Do you believe that this item violates a copyright?
Report
Does this item contain quality or formatting issues?
Report