This book discusses women in the life of Napoleon Bonaparte. His relationship with his mother and sisters are one focus. His wives were another. Also discussed are the relationships Napoleon had with women outside of his marriage. The author of this book paints a picture of Napoleon that is less than flattering, and certainly believable. His behavior toward women was disturbing, and often violent. It was interesting to note how women were somehow taken by him, though he was a womanizer, among other things. It was also interesting to see how these women worked behind the scenes to persuade him from doing, or not doing, things...especially since he was so domineering and hateful. I found this book to be really informative and entertaining, and it provoked some deep thinking about the interactions people had with Napoleon.