Deborah Swift
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Count your nights by stars, not by shadows ~ Italian Proverb
Winter in Venice
Mia Caiozzi is determined to discover her destiny by studying the science of astronomy. But her stepmother Giulia forbids her to engage in this dangerous occupation, fearing it will lead her into trouble. The ideas of Galileo are banned by the Inquisition, so Mia must study in secret.
Giulia insists Mia should live quietly out of public view. If not, it could threaten them...
Author
Series
Italian Renaissance volume 1
Pub. Date
[2021]
Description
"Naples 1633 Aqua Tofana One drop to heal. Three drops to kill. Giulia Tofana longs for more responsibility in her mothers apothecary business, but Mamma has always been secretive and refuses to tell her the hidden keys to her success. But the day Mamma is arrested for the poisoning of the powerful Duke de Verdi, Giulia is shocked to uncover the darker side of her trade. Giulia must run for her life, and escapes to Naples, under the shadow of Mount...
Author
Series
Italian Renaissance volume 2
Pub. Date
[2021]
Description
"Rome 1638 Old sins have long shadows ̃ Italian Proverb Giulia Tofana never wanted to be a nun, but she is determined to atone for her past misdeeds by making her new monastery a success. When an unexpected disaster closes the convent, Giulia is forced to turn to her old friend Fabio Pasello for help. Giulia still has intense feelings for Fabio and Fabios passion for her has never diminished. But they are not the same people they were before....