Stef S. (bookgoddessme) reviewed on 9/14/2013 + 106 more book reviews

Helpful Score: 1

Don't get me wrong, the book was well written, and had beautiful, detailed descriptions of life in Italy in the 1500's. My heart ached for my beautiful main character Beatrice. All the excess, and lies, and betrayal, and greed just put me off. The nobles taxed the poor to have expensive tokens of their ego made. It's amazing how little has changed, and how yes, history repeats itself. A wonderful novel for a different person than me. Lovely descriptions of real historical figures, architecture, and artwork. A beautiful written description of the culture and norms of the time.

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