'Zofloya' Summary

Victoria de Loredani lives a life of privilege and beauty in Venice. Her world is turned upside down when her mother is spirited away by the alluring yet menacing Count Ardolph. Victoria's initial grief morphs into a burning desire for revenge, as she unravels the complex web of deception that surrounds her family. She discovers that Ardolph is not just a villain but a powerful sorcerer, wielding dark magic to control her fate. As she struggles to understand his motives and the mysterious forces at play, she finds herself falling for the enigmatic Count. Meanwhile, her brother Leonardo grapples with his own demons, seeking justice for his mother's abduction and entangled in a perilous quest that exposes him to the dark underbelly of Venetian society. Zofloya's narrative unfolds through a series of intense encounters, passionate betrayals, and suspenseful twists. The story culminates in a confrontation between Victoria and Ardolph, where the truth is revealed, and the fate of both lovers is sealed.