{"product_id":"lempoisonneuse-de-palerme","title":"The Poisoner of Palermo","description":"\u003cp\u003eI will continue my mother's work. I will bring freedom and vengeance to all the women of our city. To each, I will provide the poison she asks for to end her marriage, marry her lover, or inflict pain and misfortune on the man who brutalized her. I will not flinch. I will not tremble. This is my legacy; it is yours too.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 17th-century Rome, men are dropping like flies, and no one can explain why. Hidden in the alleys and shadows of the Eternal City, a mysterious circle of poisoners operates behind the façade of an apothecary shop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince her childhood in Palermo, Giulia has dedicated her life to helping broken, brutalized women. Sometimes a healer, an abortionist, or a poisoner. A few deadly drops of an undetectable poison have allowed her to claim a thousand victims, all of them men.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBut with a newly elected pope determined to hunt down heretics and witches, Giulia and the women she has taken under her wing have never faced greater danger. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe story of one who was considered the first serial killer in history, this captivating novel is an ode to sisterhood, transgression, and secret rebellion.\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"A gripping, fascinating, captivating novel. Cathryn Kemp is a masterful storyteller. Her characters will haunt you long after you've closed this book.\" Naomi Kelsey\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"A formidable historical fresco inspired by Giulia Tofana, the legendary poisoner.\" C.J. Cooke\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"The Poisoner of Palermo is a fascinating story about sisterhood, rebellion, and vengeance. With the character of Giulia, Cathryn Kemp has created a heroine as complex as she is courageous, who, faithful to her convictions, is not afraid to walk a path as dark as it is dangerous. A heroine who immediately won me over.\" Elizabeth Lee\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"A deeply moving, unforgettable story... A breathtaking account of dedication, courage, selflessness.\" Stela Brinzeanu\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"The Poisoner of Palermo is a spellbinding tale of power and oppression. It absorbs you both historically and emotionally; captivating, poignant, from beginning to end. The two main characters, remarkably conceived, are as complex as they are subtle... the perfect example of a quality historical novel.\" Laura Carlin\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"This is a powerful book, a disturbing tale of truth and honesty, constantly oscillating between light and shadow.\" Lesuricate.org\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"© 2026 Le Grimoire Ancien","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57206499836229,"sku":"9782381229959","price":24.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1007\/1333\/3061\/files\/lempoisonneuse-de-palerme-3012743.jpg?v=1778591785","url":"https:\/\/legrimoireancien.com\/en\/products\/lempoisonneuse-de-palerme","provider":"© 2026 Le Grimoire Ancien","version":"1.0","type":"link"}