Florentine Revenge

A standalone novel from Christobel Kent, bestselling author of The Loving Husband

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 368 pages
Publication date: 07 June 2018
Publisher: Little, Brown Book Group

On a scorching summer afternoon in the suburbs of Florence, a young girl vanishes at a bustling swimming pool, never to be seen alive again. For fifteen long years, a heinous crime remains unsolved, becoming one of the city's darkest and most shameful secrets. Until one bitter winter night, another body is discovered at another swimming pool, and the case is reopened.

Celia Donnelly had just arrived in Florence at the time of the girl's disappearance and can vividly recall the face that graced the front pages of every Italian newspaper. As news of the grisly new discovery breaks, she is in the midst of organizing a weekend of birthday celebrations for the wife of a wealthy Englishman. However, as Celia undertakes what should be a routine work assignment, she finds herself more deeply entangled than she could have ever imagined in a tragedy that has haunted her dreams for fifteen years. And it is Celia who is forced to bear witness when the past returns to exact a brutal and terrifying revenge.

The investigation into the girl's disappearance is led by Detective Giuseppe Moretti, a seasoned veteran of the Florence police force. He is determined to unravel the mystery and bring the perpetrator to justice, no matter the cost. As Celia becomes more involved in the case, she discovers that there are many unanswered questions and that the truth is far more complex than she could have ever imagined.

One of the key suspects in the case is a young man named Marco, who was a frequent visitor to the swimming pool where the girl disappeared. Marco has a history of violence and has been known to have a temper, making him a prime suspect in the eyes of the police. However, Celia begins to suspect that Marco is not the only person involved in the crime, and that there may be a larger conspiracy at play.

As Celia delves deeper into the case, she becomes increasingly aware of the dangers that she and her family are in. She receives threatening phone calls and receives messages warning her to stay away from the investigation. Celia is also concerned about the impact that the case will have on her reputation and career, as it could potentially damage her professional image.

Despite the risks, Celia is determined to uncover the truth and bring the perpetrator to justice. She works tirelessly to gather evidence and piece together the puzzle, using her skills as a journalist to gain access to information that the police may have missed. Celia also relies on her intuition and instincts, as she believes that there is something that the police are not telling her.

As the investigation progresses, Celia becomes more and more convinced that Marco is not the only person involved in the crime. She discovers that there is a network of people who are connected to the swimming pool and who may have had a motive for the girl's disappearance. Celia also learns that the girl's family has been living in fear and isolation for fifteen years, as they have been unable to move on from the tragedy.

Celia's determination to uncover the truth leads her to confront some of the most powerful and influential people in Florence. She risks her own safety and well-being to expose the truth and bring the perpetrator to justice. Celia's courage and determination inspire those around her, and her story becomes a source of hope for the girl's family and for the people of Florence.

In the end, Celia's investigation leads to the identification and arrest of the perpetrator. The girl's family is finally able to find closure and move on from the tragedy, and Celia is hailed as a hero for her bravery and determination. Celia's story serves as a reminder that even in the darkest of times, there is always hope for justice and that the truth can be revealed with courage and perseverance.

Weight: 254g
Dimension: 128 x 197 x 24 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780751571189