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1. Describe the setting of the novel "Mirror, Mirror"?

"Mirror, Mirror" is set in Italy during the Renaissance. Bianca and her father Vicente live on an estate called Montefiore in the central part of the country.

2. What kind of life does Bianca lead at the beginning of the novel?

Everything in Bianca's life is safe and predictable and her small world revolves around Vicente and the people on the farm. Bianca is a landowner's daughter and she lives a relatively sheltered life.

3. Describe Montefiore.

Montefiore is not a castle but is still impressive nonetheless. The house itself is quite old and disorganized. It is not in the best state of repair. It is perched on a hillside, it is lovely and it is the center of young Bianca's world.

4. Who is Don Vicente?

Bianca's father is Don Vicente de Nevada. Don Vicente is a Spaniard living in Italy. He is blessed but not well-liked. Vicente de Nevada came to Montefiore as a single father. Bianca and Vicente are devoted to one another and he is a kind, gentle father.

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