Murder of a Medici Princess

Murder of a Medici Princess (2008) by Caroline P. Murphy. Isabella De Medici was the daughter of Cosimo I, who rose to power in Florence during the mid-16th century. She lived a slightly more liberated life than most of the women of her time, because her husband was dependent on her father. This is an excellent book to read if you are interested in the Italian language or wish to learn about it. It also paints a colorful portrait of life in Florence during the Renaissance. Grade: A-