Murder in the Eternal City

In this gripping tale, a visit to Grenville's villa near Rome thrusts the protagonist into a web of mystery and danger. Tasked with purchasing an antique from the elusive Conte de Luca, he soon finds himself embroiled in a daughter's rescue mission and a murder investigation involving a deceased suspect. While exploring the ancient ruins of Pompeii and Herculaneum, he encounters relentless threats, a second murder in Rome, and the intriguing world of fine art, all set against the captivating yet perilous backdrop of early 19th-century Italy.