Reading order#
| # |
Title |
Published |
Author |
Buy on Amazon |
| 1 |
The Last Mona Lisa |
2021 |
Jonathan Santlofer |
Buy |
| 2 |
The Lost Van Gogh |
2024 |
Jonathan Santlofer |
Buy |
Jonathan Santlofer’s standalone novels combine art history with thriller plotting. The Last Mona Lisa (2021) fictionalizes the real 1911 theft of Leonardo da Vinci’s masterpiece from the Louvre, weaving together past and present timelines. The Lost Van Gogh (2024) takes a similar approach with a story built around a missing Van Gogh painting. Both books reflect Santlofer’s deep engagement with the art world.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many books are in the Jonathan Santlofer Standalone Novels series?
There are two books in the Jonathan Santlofer Standalone Novels series, published between 2021 and 2024.
What is the first book in the Jonathan Santlofer Standalone Novels series?
The first book in the Jonathan Santlofer Standalone Novels series is The Last Mona Lisa, published in 2021.
What are Jonathan Santlofer's standalone novels about?
The Last Mona Lisa (2021) is a thriller about the real-life 1911 theft of the Mona Lisa from the Louvre, while The Lost Van Gogh (2024) similarly blends art history with crime fiction. Both books draw on Santlofer’s knowledge as a visual artist.