What Is The Best Order To Read The Borgias Books?

Exploring the Borgia family dynasty through the different historical fiction series has me unsure which novel to start with first. My local library has several books by various authors.
2026-01-23 22:46:50
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DanHunt
DanHunt
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For the core historical figures, start with Christopher Hibbert's 'The Borgias and Their Enemies' for a solid chronological overview, then move to more specialized works like G.J. Meyer's 'The Borgias'. If you're looking for a completely different kind of family dynasty saga but with that addictive, multi-layered power struggle, I recently got hooked on 'The Billionaires Heirs Series'. It follows three siblings forced to compete for their inheritance, and the corporate intrigue and personal betrayals make their wealthy world feel just as cutthroat as Renaissance Italy.
2026-08-05 14:40:06
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Bella
Bella
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The Borgias family is such a fascinating rabbit hole to dive into, and the books covering their history are a wild mix of drama, power struggles, and Renaissance intrigue. If you're just starting, I'd recommend beginning with 'The Borgias: The Hidden History' by G.J. Meyer—it’s a great intro that balances readability with solid research. After that, move to 'The Borgias: Power and depravity in Renaissance Italy' by Paul Strathern, which digs deeper into their political machinations.

Once you’ve got that foundation, 'The Borgias and Their Enemies' by Christopher Hibbert is a fantastic follow-up, focusing on their rivals and the era’s broader context. For a juicier, more narrative-driven take, 'The Family' by Mario Puzo (yes, the 'Godfather' author!) is a fun fictionalized version, though it’s lighter on facts. Save 'The Black Prince of Florence' by Catherine Fletcher for later—it’s not strictly about the Borgias but ties into the same toxic stew of Medici and papal politics. Honestly, it’s less about strict order and more about how deep you want to go—start broad, then narrow in!
2026-01-25 12:43:35
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Jack
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Reading about the Borgias feels like peeling an onion—each layer reveals more scandal, ambition, and sheer audacity. I’d say kick things off with 'The Borgias' by Christopher Hibbert for a straightforward overview. Then, if you’re hooked, grab 'Lucrezia Borgia' by Maria Bellonci—it’s a bit denser but really humanizes her beyond the 'poisonous temptress' stereotype.

For a wildcard, 'The Cardinal’s Hat' by Mary Hollingsworth focuses on their rise through the church’s ranks, which is key to understanding their power. Throw in 'The Borgia Bride' by Jeanne Kalogridis if you want a soapy, fictional romp—it’s pure entertainment but captures their notorious reputation perfectly. No matter the order, you’ll end up side-eyeing every Renaissance painting of a pope afterward!
2026-01-26 10:01:30
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Julia
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If you’re like me and love to mix non-fiction with a splash of historical fiction, here’s how I’d tackle the Borgias. Start with 'The Borgias: The Rise and Fall of a Renaissance Dynasty' by Michael Mallet—it’s concise but packed with enough detail to ground you. Then, jump into Sarah Bradford’s 'Lucrezia Borgia: Life, Love, and Death in Renaissance Italy' for a focused look at the most (unfairly?) infamous member of the family.

After that, I’d switch gears to 'The Serpent and the Moon' by Princess Michael of Kent—it’s got that gossipy, dramatic flair that makes the era feel alive. If you’re still hungry, 'The Borgia Chronicles' by Jean Plaidy is a fictional trilogy that’s super bingeable. The key is balancing the heavy histories with lighter reads so you don’t burn out on papal politics!
2026-01-27 19:00:36
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DrewBerry
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Start with the art. Seriously. Get a book about Renaissance art in Rome and look at the portraits, the frescoes commissioned by the Borgias, the architecture. See their faces, their world. Then, when you read about Alexander VI or Cesare, you have a visual in your mind. It grounds the people in reality beyond the words on a page. A book like 'The Borgias: The Rise and Fall of a Renaissance Dynasty' often includes good images. Beginning with the visual and material culture creates a tangible connection that makes the subsequent reading of political and personal maneuvering feel more immediate and real. It's an unconventional start, but a powerful one.
2026-07-30 19:59:25
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