Review:

In The Company Of The Courtesan By Sarah Dunant

overall review score: 4.2
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In the Company of the Courtesan is a historical novel written by Sarah Dunant, set in 16th century Venice and following the story of a courtesan and her dwarf companion.

Key Features

  • Historical fiction
  • Renaissance Venice setting
  • Exploration of relationships and power dynamics

Pros

  • Richly detailed historical setting
  • Complex characters with depth
  • Engaging exploration of social norms and power structures

Cons

  • Slow pacing at times
  • Some may find the subject matter controversial or uncomfortable

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Last updated: Thu, Apr 2, 2026, 11:39:40 AM UTC