Can you recommend some good art historical fiction books?

Sure. 'Girl in Hyacinth Blue' by Susan Vreeland is an interesting one. It traces the history of a fictional painting through different time periods and owners. 'The Painted Kiss' by Elizabeth Hickey tells a fictionalized account of Gustav Klimt's life and his art. Then there's 'I, Mona Lisa' by Jeanne Kalogridis which gives a unique perspective on the Mona Lisa, adding a touch of mystery and historical context to the famous painting.

Another one is 'Gentlemen Prefer Blondes' by Anita Loos. This book, set in the early 20th century, has elements that are related to the art deco period. The flapper culture, the glitz and glamour of the time are well - represented, and it gives a sense of the era's fashion and social mores which are associated with art deco.

One great historical fiction art history book is 'The Girl with a Pearl Earring' by Tracy Chevalier. It delves into the world of the famous Vermeer painting, creating a fictional story around the girl in the painting.

Another is 'Gentlemen Prefer Blondes' which, while also being a comical and satirical look at society, has elements of the Art Deco style in its settings and the way the characters present themselves. It gives a sense of the fashion and social mores of that time. The story is full of the glitz and glamour associated with the Art Deco period.

One of the notable art fiction books is 'Girl with a Pearl Earring' by Tracy Chevalier. It vividly recreates the world of the famous painting and tells a fictional story behind it, giving readers a deeper understanding of the art and the era it represents.

Sure. 'Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon' by Wang Dulu is a great one. It's full of martial art elements and a captivating story of love and honor among martial artists.

Sure. 'The Art of Star Wars' is a great one. It showcases amazing concept art from the Star Wars franchise, including detailed illustrations of the iconic characters, spaceships, and alien landscapes. Another is 'The Art of Blade Runner', which contains beautiful and moody art that really captures the essence of the dystopian world in the movie. Also, 'The Art of Alien' is worth checking out. It has terrifying and detailed art of the Xenomorph and the dark, claustrophobic spaces of the Nostromo.

One great art heist fiction book is 'The Thomas Crown Affair'. It's a classic that features a sophisticated and wealthy man who orchestrates an art heist for the thrill of it. Another is 'The Goldfinch' which involves a young boy who becomes involved with a stolen painting. And 'Stealing Mona Lisa' which is centered around the famous theft of the Mona Lisa and the events that unfold as a result.

I also highly recommend 'Gone with the Wind' by Margaret Mitchell. Set during the American Civil War, it tells the story of Scarlett O'Hara. It not only shows the historical context of the war but also delves deep into the human nature of the characters during that chaotic time.

Well, 'Gone with the Wind' is also a classic historical fiction book. It tells the story of Scarlett O'Hara during the American Civil War. And 'The Name of the Rose' by Umberto Eco, which is set in an Italian monastery in the 14th century and involves mystery and intrigue.