About this book
La pergamena distrutta by Virginia Mulazzi is a richly atmospheric historical novel that plunges listeners into the shadowed streets and noble palaces of 16th‑century Sicily. Set soon after the great 1563 earthquake and opening in the tense winter of 1574, Mulazzi weaves a tale of family duty, hidden truths, and the moral struggles of an age governed by honor, faith, and social upheaval.
The story follows a noble household rocked by illness and secrecy: an ailing duke, his heir Don Francesco, two daughters, and the unexpected presence of a respected Benedictine preacher. Divided into evocative episodes—The Secret, The Journey, The Duchess of the Island—the narrative balances intimate character portraits with wider reflections on virtue, loyalty, and the costs of reputation in Renaissance Italy. Mulazzi’s prose captures period detail and emotional subtlety, creating a literary historical fiction that feels both urgent and contemplative.
Ideal for listeners who love character-driven literature and immersive historical settings, this audiobook offers a measured blend of intrigue, moral inquiry, and richly rendered atmosphere. Perfect for fans of classic Italian historical fiction and anyone drawn to stories of duty, faith, and familial bonds.
