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"Captivating...a compelling true-crime-style horror novel about taking down...the serial killer that only the Crescent City could spawn." -- Independent Book Review
“They have never caught me and they never will . . . I have been, am, and will be the worst spirit that ever existed either in fact or the realm of fancy.” – The Axman
A masterfully crafted, deeply researched, and gripping tale of suspense and horror, The Devil’s Jazz brings the colorful and sordid characters of the Big Easy to life.
In the sultry heart of New Orleans, a city haunted by the legacy of Jack the Ripper’s reign of terror in London, a new menace emerges. The year is 1918, and the Axman of New Orleans prowls the cobblestone streets, targeting the city’s large population of Sicilian immigrants.
Retired detective Giancarlo Rabito is reluctantly drawn into the shadows, entangled in the pursuit of the Axman, challenging the wide-spread belief that the Mafia is responsible. Hysteria grips New Orleans with each gruesome crime as the axe swings across the city, with no leads and hazy recollections from surviving victims.
His reputation more devil than man, The Axman mocks the citizens of New Orleans through a chilling letter to the newspaper, actually claiming to be a hellish demon. His ominous taunt: he will spare those who revel in the devil’s music, jazz, during his chosen night of killing.
New Orleans residents play jazz all night long, the rhythmic pulse of a city held captive by fear.
Venture deep into the soul of New Orleans where secrets thicken the humid air, and mingle with the spirits, in this thrilling can’t-miss homage to one of the most vibrant and culturally rich American cities.
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Novels
THE NOVELS
Tempesta's Dream - A Story of Love, Friendship and Opera
Overview:
Tempesta's Dream is the beloved inspirational Italian historical fiction novel about a young aspiring opera singer coming of age and chasing his dream in Milan, Italy.
Awards:
Named By Amazon As A Top Rated Historical Fiction Novel
Listed As A Bestselling Novel In Italian Historical Fiction
Winner Of The Pinnacle Achievement Award In Historical Fiction
The Devil's Jazz: The Haunted Chronicles of the Axman of New Orleans
Overview:
Step into the sultry streets of New Orleans, where the Axman terrorizes the city, targeting the Sicilian immigrant population. A gripping historical thriller novel.
Awards:
Finalist in the William Faulkner Writing Competition
BELLAFORTUNA SERIES
A Song For Bellafortuna
Overview:
A Song for Bellafortuna is a sweeping epic historical fiction tale of love, drama, sacrifice, and redemption, set among the beautiful landscape of Sicily.
Awards:
Winner Of The B.R.A.G Medallion Award In Historical Fiction
Named A Short List Finalist In The William Faulkner Writing Competition
Listed As A Bestselling Novel In Italian Historical Fiction
Saving the Music
Overview:
Saving the Music is a gripping historical fiction novel about Jewish musicians who, with the assistance of the Vatican are hidden from the Nazis in Sicily
Awards:
Winner of the 2022 American Fiction Awards in Historical Fiction.
Awarded the Gold Medal in Historical Fiction- Global Book Awards
Finalist in the Historical Fiction Category and Best Cover Design of the International Book Awards.
Sicilian Melody
Overview:
The Mafia rises from the ashes in post WII Sicily, placing Bellafortuna in its crosshairs.
Awards:
Finalist in the 2023 Best Book Awards in Historical Fiction
Named an Amazon Hot New Release