The story of three extraordinary women – Luisa Casati, Doris Castleross, Peggy Guggenheim – and the Venetian Palazzo that captivated them. Judith Mackrell's biography is a fascinating read but does it make for a good book club book? Listen in to find out.

Books mentioned on this episode:

• The Unfinished Palazzo: Life, Love and Art in Venice by Judith Mackrell
• Wings of the Dove, The Golden Bowl, Portrait of a Lady and The Ambassadors by Henry James
• Vile Bodies by Evelyn Waugh