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Mona’s Eyes by Thomas Schlesser
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Binding: Hardcover
Language: English
ISBN: 979-8889662280
Reader’s Age: Adults 18+ (Also Enjoyed by Mature Teens 13+)
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Author: Thomas Schlesser
Release Date: November 3, 2026
Genre: Fiction
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Mona’s Eyes: A Heartwarming Novel About Art, Family, and the Gift of Sight
About the Book
Mona’s Eyes follows a ten-year-old girl who suddenly loses her sight for an hour, with doctors unable to promise it won’t happen again, and possibly for good. Her grandfather responds by taking her to see one great work of art every Wednesday for a year, so that if darkness ever comes, her mind will already be full of beauty.
About the Author
Thomas Schlesser is a French art historian who directs the Hartung-Bergman Foundation in Antibes and teaches art history at the École Polytechnique in Paris. Mona’s Eyes is his English-language debut, and it was named Barnes & Noble’s 2025 Book of the Year and became a New York Times bestseller.
Who Is This Book For?
This book is perfect for readers who love stories about family bonds, art, and quiet emotional growth. If you enjoyed The Elegance of the Hedgehog or Sophie’s World, you’ll feel right at home here. It’s also a wonderful pick for book clubs and anyone who wants to learn art history without it feeling like a textbook.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Is Mona’s Eyes based on a true story?
No, Mona’s Eyes is a novel, though author Thomas Schlesser drew on his real background as an art historian to make the art history sections accurate and vivid.
What age group is Mona’s Eyes appropriate for?
It’s written for adults but is gentle enough for mature teens 13 and up, since the main character is a child and the tone stays warm even during sad moments.
Do I need to know art history to enjoy Mona’s Eyes?
Not at all. The book explains each of the 52 artworks in simple, accessible language, making it a great introduction to art history for beginners.
| Weight | 3 g |
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| Dimensions | 5.25 × 2 × 8.25 cm |
Readers follow Mona and her grandfather Henry as they visit the Louvre, Musée d'Orsay, and Centre Pompidou, exploring works from Botticelli to Basquiat. Along the way, Mona learns lessons about generosity, grief, self-acceptance, and resilience, all while her family quietly works through its own struggles at home. It's a story that treats looking closely at art as a way of learning to look closely at life. By the final page, readers walk away with a small mental museum of their own, and a reminder that beauty is worth paying attention to before it's gone.
