Follow family lines through historical seventeenth-century Italy as they struggle to survive and find love amidst the most trying battles.

Both Sides of the Easel
Franchise Chaplain is wounded almost too deeply to grasp the proposed love of Stefano Marinelli.

Forever is Not Long Enough
Bianca Marinelli seeks unorthodox apprenticeship in a male-dominated culture of Italian arts, just as love comes to the studio by equally unusual circumstances.

Silent Heart
Costanza Biliverti faces fire, theft, revolt, and her own daughter kidnapped, but marriage is no comfort if it's not for love.

Duel Love
Anabella and Albret nearly lose one another when pride and honor put their love on the line in a duel.