Can you recommend some good art heist fiction books?

The 'Thomas Crown Affair' is quite popular. It's been made into movies as well. The character of Thomas Crown and his elaborate art heists are really captivating. Another popular one is 'The Goldfinch'. It won the Pulitzer Prize and has a very engaging story that involves an art heist among other things. 'The Da Vinci Code' is also extremely popular. It has a global following and the mystery around art, history and religious symbols in it makes it a best - seller.

A great heist fiction book for beginners is 'The Black Echo' by Michael Connelly. It has a well - crafted heist plot that's not too complex. 'Artemis' by Andy Weir also has an interesting heist element in a unique setting. Another one is 'The Gentleman Bastards Sequence' starting with 'The Lies of Locke Lamora' which is very accessible for those new to heist fiction with its vivid characters and exciting heist scenarios.

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. 'The Goldfinch' by Donna Tartt is a great one. It weaves a story around a famous painting. Another is 'Girl with a Pearl Earring' by Tracy Chevalier, which gives a fictional account of the girl in Vermeer's painting.

Sure. 'Ready Player One' is a great choice for beginners. It's easy to follow and has an exciting heist - like plot set in a virtual world that many people can relate to. The pop - culture references also make it engaging.

One popular art theft fiction book is 'The Thomas Crown Affair'. It tells an exciting story of an art heist. Another is 'The Da Vinci Code' which involves a mystery related to art and possible theft of a great work. There's also 'Stealing Rembrandt' which focuses on the world of stealing valuable art pieces.

Sure. 'The Birth of Venus' by Sarah Dunant is an excellent art history fiction. It's set in Renaissance Florence and explores the world of art during that time. 'Restitution' by Ilsa J. Bick is also a good one. It involves a mystery around a stolen painting. And 'The Passion of Artemisia' by Susan Vreeland delves into the life of the female painter Artemisia Gentileschi through a fictional account.

One great book is 'The Picture of Dorian Gray' by Oscar Wilde. It combines elements of art, beauty, and the dark side of human nature. The portrait in the story is a central art - related element that drives the plot forward.

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.

Well, 'The Birth of Venus' by Sarah Dunant is an excellent art history fiction book. It is set in Renaissance Florence and involves a young girl's journey in a world full of art and political unrest. Also, 'The Museum of Extraordinary Things' by Alice Hoffman, which combines art, history, and a touch of the magical in a fictional setting.