The Painter's Apprentice

In "The Painter's Apprentice," set against the backdrop of plague-ridden Venice in 1510, Maria Bartolini strives to uphold her father's legacy as a master gilder, only to be sent away to apprentice with the esteemed painter Master Trevisan. Torn between her training and a clandestine romance, Maria's plans are upended when her secret is threatened by the painter's servants. As she grapples with dangerous choices to protect her family's future, the encroaching Black Death looms, putting everything she holds dear at risk. This evocative tale from Laura Morelli paints a vivid picture of love and sacrifice in a tumultuous era.