The Palio is a dangerous, no holds barred horse race ran a twice a year in Siena. Pia Tolomei has been informed that she is to be married to one of the riders, a brute who evil is surpassed only by his brother's and father's. When her fiance is killed during the race, Riccardo, another racer, jeopardizes his chance at winning to try to save him. Because of his act, Riccardo is drawn into a plan to take over the city, and Pia and Riccardo are thrown together into a dangerous attraction. Who, if any, will survive the next race just a month away, and do Riccardo and Pia have any chance for a life together?
"The Daughter of Siena" by Marina Fiorato is a rich, lush novel covering a time filled with intrigue, violence and interesting characters. Weaving a tender romance with a plot to overthrow the Medicis rule of Siena, this is a book that keeps you reading, eagerly turning pages.
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