Lucrezia Borgia books in order

The Lucrezia Borgia duology by Victoria Holt follows the infamous Italian noblewoman through the political intrigues of Renaissance Italy.

Reading order

# Title Published Author Buy on Amazon
1 Madonna of the Seven Hills 1958 Victoria Holt Buy
2 Light on Lucrezia 1958 Victoria Holt Buy

Victoria Holt’s Lucrezia Borgia duology reexamines one of the Renaissance’s most infamous figures. Madonna of the Seven Hills and Light on Lucrezia (both 1958) follow Lucrezia from her childhood in the powerful Borgia family through the political marriages and scandals that surrounded her adult life.

Holt’s portrayal tends toward a more sympathetic reading of Lucrezia than the popular image of a poisoner and schemer. The books set her personal story against the backdrop of Renaissance Italian politics, where the Borgia name carried both power and danger in equal measure.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books are in the Lucrezia Borgia series?

There are two books in the Lucrezia Borgia series, published in 1958.

What is the first book in the Lucrezia Borgia series?

The first book in the Lucrezia Borgia series is Madonna of the Seven Hills, published in 1958.

What is the Lucrezia Borgia series about?

The two-book series follows Lucrezia Borgia from her upbringing in the powerful and notorious Borgia family through her adult life. Madonna of the Seven Hills covers her early years, and Light on Lucrezia follows her later life.

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