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A review by s_mavin
The Enchantress of Florence by Salman Rushdie
3.0
This book truly shines in terms of historical accuracy and prose. Some descriptions were truly comical and enjoyable. Akbar’s reflections on his life and the future of his dynasty were also beautiful.
The chapters based in Florence were long, tedious and slightly pointless. It dampens every bit of enthusiasm the earlier part built up. Qara Koz, who is supposed to be at the centre of the plot, is the most underwhelming female character I have ever encountered. Niccolo Vespucci aka Mogor dell’Amore is another character whose story has holes that were begging to be filled. I especially didn’t appreciate slandering Khanzada’s character at all. And where does the phantom Jodhabai go? The description of all the women in this book is despicable. Niccolo’s ‘secret’ at the end of this entire saga is more underwhelming than Qara Koz’s enchantment. Oh yes, the actual enchantment was drab. This could have been done so much better.
I ended the book feeling deeply dissatisfied. The Enchantress of Florence leaves so much to be desired.
The chapters based in Florence were long, tedious and slightly pointless. It dampens every bit of enthusiasm the earlier part built up. Qara Koz, who is supposed to be at the centre of the plot, is the most underwhelming female character I have ever encountered. Niccolo Vespucci aka Mogor dell’Amore is another character whose story has holes that were begging to be filled. I especially didn’t appreciate slandering Khanzada’s character at all. And where does the phantom Jodhabai go? The description of all the women in this book is despicable. Niccolo’s ‘secret’ at the end of this entire saga is more underwhelming than Qara Koz’s enchantment. Oh yes, the actual enchantment was drab. This could have been done so much better.
I ended the book feeling deeply dissatisfied. The Enchantress of Florence leaves so much to be desired.