Kyelee F. (ruthleesugarandspice) reviewed on 12/1/2013

Excellent read! Even if Joan's reign as Pope is fictionalized, as other reviewers point out, it's a fascinating look into medieval Europe reminiscent of Follett's Pillars of the Earth. Joan is a strong, likable character living in a time where women's roles were limited to little more than child-bearing as she tries to transcend her traditional role to reach greatness.

Personally, I found the author a little detached from the story, and other readers may not enjoy the slightly lengthy descriptions of life in the Middle Ages as much as I did, but all in all, a highly recommended read for feminists and history-lovers alike.

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