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1950s, 2000s: A woman falls to her death at the Fenice theatre…
The Venice Atonement
What you need to know before your trail
While watching the opera at La Fenice, Nancy Tremayne is shocked to see a woman fall to her death. But how did this tragedy occur?
Newlywed Nancy is accompanying her art professor husband, Leo, on a work trip. As she explores Italy’s beautiful city on the water, she is increasingly compelled to uncover the mysterious circumstances surrounding the woman’s death. Leo is adamant it was an accident but his assistant, Archie, reluctantly helps Nancy despite his seeming coldness to her. Nancy’s determination to reveal the facts puts her in harm’s way more than once. As she learns more about Venice’s secrets she realises she may be forced to make a choice – the truth, or her life?
Travel Guide
Travel BookTrail style to Venice with Merryn Allingham
From that fantastic cover, you can tell this is going to be a brilliantly evocative read, and it is. Set in and around the watery city of Venice, the mystery starts at the imposing theatre of La Fenice. The theatre itself has a fascinating history – fires, closures and tragedies and now this! The theatre is iconic but also comes with a story of its own to add to the one tied up in fiction.
Venice
Oh to explore the cities and the canals of this amazing city. Nancy is a stranger here and tries to find out things about the woman’s murder but her search is as dark and twisty as the streets themselves. It’s the perfect backdrop to a search for the truth.
There’s plenty of palazzos and piazzas to explore. Music coming from the church of San Zacarria, a visit to the Lido island and more besides. Enjoy your visit as you search for the truth.
BookTrail Boarding Pass: The Venice Atonement
Destination: Venice Author/guide: Merryn Allingham Departure Time: 1950s, 2000s
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