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Venice, 1630. Amidst the ravages of the plague, Lucia Foscari's world shatters when her renowned glassmaker father dies under suspicious circumstances. Discovering his death was murder tied to a venomous secret coiled within the heart of his craft-a conspiracy involving powerful figures and a dangerous commission he refused-Lucia, disguised as the boy 'Luca', plunges into the city's treacherous underbelly seeking vengeance and answers.
Her perilous quest intertwines with Matthias Brandt, a cynical German mercenary initially hired to hunt her but harboring his own secrets and haunted past. Together, they become fugitives, pursued from the atmospheric canals and hidden workshops of Venice to the brutal, war-torn landscapes of the Holy Roman Empire during the Thirty Years' War. Lucia must navigate a treacherous world of shifting alliances, deadly conspiracies, and the constant threat of discovery, all while grappling with the impossible choices forced upon her by survival and the unexpected stirrings of loyalty and connection.
The Serpent in the Glass is a gritty, atmospheric historical adventure blending high-stakes action, intricate secrets, and emotionally raw characters. Perfect for readers who enjoy the rich historical detail and resilience found in The Book Thief combined with the intrigue and adventure of The Three Musketeers, this novel explores the darkness of the 17th century through a compelling story of survival, identity, and the devastating cost of secrets lurking beneath a shimmering surface.