Hearts Beneath the Ashes of Pompeii

A Historical Romance of Medicine, Betrayal, and Triumph in the Ancient World

De: Sally Casey-Jones

Narrado por: Virtual Voice

What happens when love defies the boundaries of medicine, class, and an ancient city on the brink of destruction?

Lucia Valerius, a patrician’s daughter with a forbidden obsession for healing, has one goal: to save lives in a society that refuses to accept her skills. Operating her secretive clinic in the heart of Pompeii, she treats patients from all walks of life—slaves, merchants, and nobles alike. But when an Egyptian physician named Khai arrives, with his unparalleled medical knowledge and strikingly different methods, her world is thrown into turmoil.

Khai, trained in Alexandria’s legendary medical schools, comes to Rome seeking truth and healing—but instead, he finds a city full of pride and prejudice. Drawn to Lucia’s fiery spirit and her undeniable talent, he quickly becomes entangled in her efforts to uncover a mysterious illness spreading through Pompeii’s elite. As they join forces to unravel the deadly puzzle, their undeniable chemistry sparks a battle of hearts neither is prepared for.

Lucia and Khai must confront not only the prejudices of their society but also their own fears of vulnerability. For Lucia, trusting Khai means risking exposure—and her fragile independence. For Khai, falling for a Roman noblewoman threatens to upend the careful balance of his mission and his heart.

Their journey together is fraught with danger: deciphering medical mysteries that point to Pompeii’s treasured lead water pipes, facing a society bent on protecting tradition at all costs, and navigating the delicate dance between professional respect and forbidden passion.

Will their growing love survive the mounting pressure of ancient Rome’s rigid societal expectations? Or will the very forces that bring them together ultimately tear them apart?

Set against the majestic yet treacherous backdrop of ancient Pompeii, Hearts Beneath the Ashes of Pompeii is a breathtaking romance of courage, resilience, and redemption. This story sweeps readers into a world of historical intrigue where epic love battles against the odds, blending thrilling action, forbidden romance, and the timeless struggle to heal both body and heart.

With richly detailed depictions of the Roman Empire, forbidden love, and the intricacies of ancient medicine, this book captures the untamed beauty of a world on the edge of calamity. From life-and-death medical mysteries to the heart-pounding tension of their secret meetings, Lucia and Khai’s story will leave readers breathless.

Perfect for readers who love:

• Historical adventure romances with a focus on the ancient world.
• Medical dramas that weave suspense and healing into gripping love stories.
• Action-packed, emotionally charged narratives where danger and passion collide.

If you enjoy stories of epic love, historical intrigue, and characters who dare to challenge society’s expectations, this is the romance for you.

Dive into the passionate world of Hearts Beneath the Ashes of Pompeii today and let the untamed beauty of the ancient Roman Empire sweep you away!

A romance that will capture your heart and remind you that true love—like the healing touch of a skilled hand—can rise even from the ashes.