Discover a city shrouded in shadows and a mystery that defies explanation.In the ancient heart of Italy, where lamplight casts long, eerie shadows and secrets are whispered on every corner, a chilling discovery is made: the body of a young girl, known only as 'La Santa'. Her death is brutal, but the circumstances surrounding her body are unsettlingly... preserved.Enter Commissario John Kendall Johns, the man they call 'the Englishman'. An outsider in a world steeped in tradition and veiled in silence, John must navigate a labyrinth of power, corruption, and hidden truths to uncover who she was and who would commit such a monstrous act.As John delves into the investigation, cryptic clues emerge - a mysterious message and an enigmatic key - hints left by someone operating just outside the shadows. With the help of unlikely allies, he begins to unravel a web of deceit connecting the city's highest echelons to its darkest corners.But powerful forces are at play, people who thrive on secrecy and are determined to bury the truth, no matter the cost. As John gets closer to the heart of the conspiracy, the danger escalates, and he realizes he's not just fighting for justice for La Santa, but for his own survival in a city where trust is a luxury few can afford.Will John expose the rot beneath the surface, or will the city's ancient secrets claim him as their next victim?Immerse yourself in a gripping Italian mystery that will hold you captive until the very end.