Resurrection

When Cambridge Professor Janice McCarren discovers a purported lost canto of Dante at the library of Ravenna, Italy — the city where Dante died — she turns to the experts for help translating and studying it. Paul and Antonietta jump at the chance to examine the lost work of such a historic genius.Little do they know what awaits them in Ravenna. What on the surface seems like an academic exercise turns into something much more profound and complex. And also dangerous. Janice's group of experts soon discover that the canto is full of geographical references to places Dante had visited during his life, along with cryptic hints that point to him being the victim of poisoning ... but at whose hands?Paul and Antonietta set off on a journey across Italy and France to follow in the footsteps of the canto and try to discover the hidden meanings encrypted within it. Along the way, we are treated to a history lesson in the life and times of Dante and the role these various locations might have played in shaping Dante's work.Even more importantly, through flashbacks, we are given glimpses into Dante's potential role in the historical happenings of his era. This is an intriguing take on the genius poet, and Henry builds a legendary figure for our enjoyment.Cynthia Conrad, Director of Marketing, @BookTrib