The Marriage Portrait by Maggie O'Farrell
Set in Renaissance Italy, the novel follows the life of a young duchess who is thrust into an arranged marriage with a powerful and enigmatic duke. As she navigates the complexities of court life and her new role, she becomes increasingly aware of the dangers and intrigues surrounding her. The story delves into themes of power, identity, and survival, capturing the duchess's struggle to assert her own agency in a world dominated by political machinations and societal expectations. Through vivid historical detail and rich character development, the narrative explores the tension between personal desires and the constraints imposed by her position.
The 17008th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 2022
- Nationality
- British
- Length
- Medium
- Pages
- 300-400
- Original Language
- English
- Avg User Rating
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(4.7)
- Alternate Titles
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- O Retrato De Casamento
- Портрет Лукреции. Трагическая история Медичи
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