These books are fun! Extra points for the heroine, who seems more like a real person than 90% of the other female characters in books. For instance: she likes sex; she has her own goals in life, which sometimes (always!) conflict with the assumptions other people make about her; she couldn't care less about her clothes, hair, shoes or any of that "chick lit" nonsense; she is highly skilled at her chosen profession, and proud of that; she cares deeply for people, even if she has good reason to mistrust many of them. Oh, and she's smart and fearless as well. Francesca, Pope Borgia's poisoner, continues on her quest to keep the pope and his family alive. She chases the "angelic faced" priest all throughout the book but he eludes her at every turn. Many threats to Borgia's life must be stopped. Cesare and Francesca manage to escape and fulfill their human needs with each other. It makes for a very valuable ally for Francesca. I enjoyed the book very much. I would give it about 3.5 stars.
What do You think about The Borgia Betrayal (2011)?
I didn't like this one as much as the first. There was a lot of repetition from the first one.
—Amanda
Can't wait for the book to arrive! Looking forward to reading it. Thanks!!
—liz
