Amid the splendor of Florence, the Tuscan countryside, and the family villa and castle, Katharine Malaspiga Dexter falls in love with her charming cousin Alessandro, the Duke, although she knows he’s married — and is the ocult mastermind of a insidious smuggling drug’s operation. Katherines brother is dead. It was heroin that killed him, but Katherine cant help but blame his death on the organized crime so rife in Italy. The drug trade may not make much money for the small-time pushers, the petty crooks, and the addicts. But for the men at the topmen like the Malaspigas, who run their yachts and their big houses on the profits of other peoples miserydrugs are big money. The Bureau of Narcotics are determined to nail these men once and for all. Itll be a dangerous enterprise, full of deceit. And they want Katherine to help them….Moving from New York and Beverly Hills to Rome and the burnished gold loveliness of Florence and the Tuscan hill towns, here is a riveting novel of a beautiful young woman who sets out to pay a debt of love to a dead brother, only to come face to face with her own heritage – a heritage of passion and death.
Step into a world of passion, betrayal, and deadly secrets with Evelyn Anthony's gripping thriller, *Malaspiga Exit*. This New Edition paperback plunges you into the opulent yet treacherous world of the Italian aristocracy, where love and death dance a dangerous tango. Katherine Malaspiga Dexter, haunted by her brother's heroin-related death, finds herself drawn back to her ancestral homeland, a landscape of stunning beauty marred by the insidious grip of organized crime. Set against the backdrop of sun-drenched Florence, the rolling Tuscan hills, and the imposing Malaspiga villa and castle, Katherine confronts a devastating truth: her captivating cousin, Alessandro, the Duke, the man she finds herself falling for, is deeply entangled in a vast drug smuggling operation. Alessandro, charismatic and powerful, embodies the allure and decadence of his noble lineage. But beneath the charming facade lies a ruthless mastermind, profiting from the misery that claimed Katherine's brother. Torn between her burgeoning love for Alessandro and her burning desire for justice, Katherine finds herself at a crossroads. When the Bureau of Narcotics approaches Katherine, seeking her help to dismantle the Malaspiga drug empire, she faces an agonizing choice. To avenge her brother's death, she must betray the man she loves and confront her own family's dark legacy. The investigation leads her on a perilous journey, from the glittering social circles of New York and Beverly Hills to the ancient streets of Rome and the golden splendor of Florence. Each step brings her closer to the truth, but also deeper into danger. *Malaspiga Exit* is more than just a crime thriller; it's a story of family secrets, forbidden love, and the courage it takes to confront a legacy of corruption. Evelyn Anthony masterfully weaves a tale of suspense and intrigue, exploring the complex motivations of her characters and the devastating consequences of their choices. Experience the intoxicating atmosphere of Italy, the thrill of the chase, and the emotional turmoil of a woman caught between love and duty. Prepare to be captivated by a story where passion and death are inextricably intertwined, and where the price of justice may be higher than Katherine can bear. A classic page-turner perfect for fans of intricate plots and strong female leads, this book is a must-read for those who enjoy mystery, thriller, and suspense.