Tuti, Ilaria
Painted in Blood
- ISBN 13:
- 9781474609630
- author:
- Tuti, Ilaria
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Weidenfeld & Nicolson
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2021
- Pages:
- 448
- Dimensions:
- 19.6 x 12.6 x 3.4 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Fiction & Literature, Mystery & Detective, Women Sleuths,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
The Sleeping Nymph: A Painting with a Hidden Past A stunning work of art from the last days of World War II, this painting holds a secret that has been hidden in its red pigment for decades. The story begins when Commissioner Teresa Battaglia discovers a faint trace of blood on the canvas, leading her to a remote valley in northeastern Italy where she uncovers a murder that took place over 70 years ago. As Teresa delves deeper into the mystery, she must confront her own dark past and navigate a complex web of secrets and lies. The painting and the valley are the only clues left behind, and they hold the key to unlocking a sinister plot that has been hidden for centuries. With its intricate plot and atmospheric setting, Painted in Blood is a gripping thriller that will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very end.