The Enchantress of Florence

The mix of real and fictional characters creates such a layered world. I wonder what inspired him to merge these elements in this way.

The multiple narrators and timelines gave the book a rich texture, but at times I was unsure who was speaking. What was the impact of this storytelling choice?

The contrasting settings felt so vivid and symbolic. I'm curious whether the author intended to explore cultural connections or simply loved both places.