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