Books like The Borgias by Victoria Holt
Set in Renaissance Rome, the novel follows the notorious Borgia dynasty as they ascend to power under Pope Alexander VI. Central to the story is Lucrezia Borgia, depicted as a woman of beauty, ambition, and fierce loyalty to her family. Through her marriage to Alfonso and her fraught relationship with her brother Cesare, the narrative explores themes of intrigue, betrayal, and the struggle for autonomy within a corrupt court. The book offers a sweeping look at the political and personal forces that shaped the Borgia legacy in Italy.
First publish date: 2011
Genre: Romance/Historical Romance
Authors: Victoria Holt
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