The Marriage Portrait

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Set in 1550s Florence, the story follows Lucrezia, the grand duke's third daughter, who enjoys her artistic pursuits until her sister's death forces her into an unwanted marriage with Alfonso, the ruler of Ferrara. Thrust into a complex court filled with intrigue, Lucrezia grapples with her new role and the expectations of producing an heir to secure the dynasty's future. As she navigates the duality of her husband's persona—an artist and a cunning politician—Lucrezia's identity and fate become intertwined with the tumultuous world around her.