Dante's Gift

Dante’s Gift is a 13,000-word novelette that explores the early life of Dante De Luca, a young aspiring painter in Naples, Italy. While he appears to be a humble, poverty-stricken boy with youthful ideals, the story hints at hidden talents and depths that set him apart. Set many years before the events of the Painter Trilogy, this standalone tale offers a glimpse into Dante’s life before modern technology, making it an engaging read suitable for readers age 12 and up.