Teodora diSangro is a strega, able to change people into objects with her specific kind of magic. Her family is one of the five powerful families living in the mountains adjacent to the city of Vinalia. Teo's father survives by eliminating his enemies, but one day he receives a letter full of poison from the Capo, the powerful ruler of Vinalia, that almost kills him. The other four family heads receive a similar letter and die from the poison. Soon Teodora must learn to use her magic with the help of another strega named Cielo so she can save her family from the Capo and others who would harm them. While falling for each other, they will both learn more about their magic and encounter the most dangerous circumstances they have ever been through as they try to save the people they love.
This is such a unique book with an Italian mob flavor that is intriguing. The adventure and suspense were just the right amount for me and kept me on the edge of my seat until the end. The writing was very descriptive and the characters were so complex that I felt like I was there in the story. There is some sensual content, but nothing too graphic. On the other hand, there is quite a bit of violence, so I wouldn't recommend it for a young audience. I didn't agree with some of the views expressed in the book and the gender changes got to be a little too much for me, but overall I enjoyed the book very much. I am looking forward to reading more and I hope the author is planning a sequel. This book is easily one of the most unique books I have read this year. I recommend this book to anyone who enjoys fantasy and adventure.
I received a complimentary copy of this book from the publisher through the Bookish First program. A positive review was not required, and all opinions expressed are entirely my own.
This is such a unique book with an Italian mob flavor that is intriguing. The adventure and suspense were just the right amount for me and kept me on the edge of my seat until the end. The writing was very descriptive and the characters were so complex that I felt like I was there in the story. There is some sensual content, but nothing too graphic. On the other hand, there is quite a bit of violence, so I wouldn't recommend it for a young audience. I didn't agree with some of the views expressed in the book and the gender changes got to be a little too much for me, but overall I enjoyed the book very much. I am looking forward to reading more and I hope the author is planning a sequel. This book is easily one of the most unique books I have read this year. I recommend this book to anyone who enjoys fantasy and adventure.
I received a complimentary copy of this book from the publisher through the Bookish First program. A positive review was not required, and all opinions expressed are entirely my own.