A Poisoner's Tale

Murderer or savior? It's up to you to decide. In the year 1656, within the dimly lit alleys of Rome, there exists a unique apothecary. This shop is a haven where women come to seek solace from their troubles. It offers remedies for childbirth, tarot readings to unveil their futures, and a discreet poison capable of ending a life with merely four drops. Giulia Tofana, working with a circle of women skilled in poisons, distributes this lethal concoction to liberate women suffering under the yoke of abusive husbands, a mission inspired by her traumatic upbringing in Palermo.Despite the rampant plague, the untimely deaths of many Roman men do not go unnoticed. Under the vigilant eye of a newly appointed Pope, determined to cleanse the city of heretics and witches, and with the Holy Office of the Inquisition closing in, Giulia faces unprecedented peril. What lengths will she reach to aid the women relying on her? "A Poisoner’s Tale" delves into the life of a woman defying societal norms, offering a gripping narrative that entwines tension with enchantment. This tale not only recounts the story of Giulia Tofana but also celebrates themes of sisterhood, motherhood, defiance, and covert rebellion.