This is a must for any book club that enjoys historical fiction. Susan Vreeland brings the famous Renoir painting to life. All my book club members said "I will never look at that painting the same again." Each character in the painting has a story and the effect it has as a whole make for an interesting read. It takes you to a time in France where the people really enjoyed life in spite of their suffering. It was interesting to read about the history of the Impressionist art movment in its infancy, too. Great pick, wonderful food - perfect for a book club luncheon!