''This is a book that will appeal to the intelligent and curious visitor to Florence, not least for its culinary interludes. Take this book to a shady bench in the Boboli Gardens and turn off your phone.'' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Katherine Mezzacappa

'' In the Foreword to this novel, the author writes that 'a good story should be very like a good meal and should be just as satisfying'. The Rose of Florence is indeed a veritable feast.'' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Helen Lucitt

'' Angela's delightful story takes us into the heart of renaissance Florence - we are immersed in its sights sounds and smells - its magnificent architecture - the din of the streets - its pungent cookery - its characters - all brought vibrantly alive in her rich and colourful writing -conjuring the very life of the city at this dangerous time.'' Angela Minoli

''Always keen to read debut novels, 'The Rose of Florence' did not disappoint. I found myself fully engrossed in the story even though it's set in a period I knew very little about. I had to keep turning the pages to the novel's satisfying conclusion.'' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Jan Baynham

''The Rose of Florence is a beautifully written novel, full of vivid description that will whisk you away and draw you in from the start.'' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Helga Jensen Author of 'A Scandinavian Summer'