Devastated by the assassination of her husband Alban, the beloved King of Tyrrhia, Queen Idala dies shortly thereafter, leaving behind a young son as heir to the throne and newborn quadruplets whose birth is marked by dark magic. The children fall into the care of Duke Stefano and his Romani Duchessa, Luciana, who are expecting their own fairy-blessed child. At this uncertain time, magical and diabolical plots converge, threatening the young heirs, their guardians, and even the peace the once-happy kingdom of Tyrrhia previously enjoyed. Stefano and Luciana must walk the tightrope of political intrigues that threaten all they hold dear, and through derring-do and wits, preserve their children, their peoples and their kingdom. Story Locale- Mythical 17th century Sicily Series Overview- The Silken Magic series is a lush court drama set in the magical Renaissance Italian kingdom of Tyrrhia on the Mediterranean. Praise for the Silken Magic series-