title: A World Made New
author: Perna, Robbi
description: “Do you ever wonder where the nice women are?” International playboy Alessandro Falconieri’s question to his good friend and colleague, Jason Peters, couldn’t be more prophetic. He should be careful what he wishes. Sandro gets his answer when he acquires the Venetian villa once owned by his mother’s family from his cousin, Girardo Paladino. During the renovations, the contractor uncovers a sealed room—one that has kept its secrets for generations. Alessandro calls on his cousin now elevated to the rank of Monsignor and still on loan to the Vatican. Girardo engages cultural anthropologist, Doctor Siena Jordan, to lend her expertise for a price. Siena’s crystal blue eyes hint at secrets, but her face is a mask of calm serenity—one that cloaks her pain. Siena discovers the clue to unravel the puzzle, but will its solution provide a common meeting ground—or drive them further apart?