Palace of the Drowned

In Venice during the 1966 flood, Frances Croy seeks solitude and healing from a troubled past, but her quiet retreat is disrupted when a mysterious young woman named Gilly arrives, stirring doubts about her memories and the true nature of her surroundings. As the city grapples with one of its worst disasters, Frankie’s perceptions are challenged, forcing her to confront hidden truths about herself and her history. The story explores themes of memory, trust, and the impact of trauma amid the atmospheric backdrop of a changing Venice.