The Birth of Venus - By Sarah Dunant

Sarah Dunant

Set in Renaissance Florence, this novel follows Alessandra Cecchi, a young woman with a passion for art who becomes captivated by a painter hired by her father. As the city faces political and religious upheaval under the monk Savonarola, Alessandra must navigate her desires and the constraints of her society. It is a vivid portrayal of a woman striving for self-expression amidst a backdrop of luxury, learning, and danger.

Shelved in: Historical Fiction, Europe