Beautiful, ruthless, and intelligent, the Countess is fascinated by Mura's arcane knowledge. When the family are forced to flee, Mura finds herself gifted to the notorious Lioness of Romagna, Countess Caterina Sforza. She is bought as a house slave for the powerful Medici, arriving in Florence as the city prepares for war against the French.
In the port of Savona, Mura's androgynous looks and unusual abilities fetch a high price. But when her widower father is taken by the Inquisition, Mura is sold to a Genoese slaver. Daughter of a Nordic mother and Spanish father, she has been tutored in both Arabic and the ancient mythology of the north.
In 15th century Florence, orphaned Mura learn that her magical heritage makes her a precious prize in this vividly researched historical drama of love, betrayal, and witchcraftįive-year-old Mura is a strange and bewitching child.
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