Nearly two decades ago, Anna de’ Medici Rossi’s mother died in what was labeled a terrible accident. A young Anna was blamed for her mother’s tumble down the stairs and untimely death. Following the death of her charlatan father, Anna is back to reclaim her inheritance of the family’s villa in Tuscany. At the center of the mystery of her mother’s death is an heirloom necklace that many swear to be the curse of the Medici family. A series of poor decisions leads Anna to her mother’s closest friend, and the family that comes along with her. Anna soon discovers that her interest in the necklace, and that of those closest to her, just might be her undoing.
The Medici Curse is a quick read perfect for the thriller reader longing to go to Tuscany but might not be able to afford the ticket. Author Daco S. Auffenorde describes Italy and Rome with the attention to detail of a respectful tour guide, while making sure that Anna’s story stays center stage. The book plays with the reader, letting them wonder what is real and what may be supernatural forces.
The Medici Curse is available July 1, 2025 from Scarlet Press.
