Drop of Fire - E-book - ePub

Italy, 1846Abused by his father and tormented by his brother Regalito, seventeen-year-old Antonio Scaglione plans to sail to America with the ruby necklace he steals from his brother. He soon learns the necklace has a Gypsy's curse that will kill the wearer. USA, 1848-1912Over the years, Antonio forms a friendship with Thomas. Antonio becomes a fearless firefighter who saves many lives yet he cannot keep the ruby necklace from taking lives.
In 1905, his brother Regalito learns where Antonio lives and arrives on his doorstep, wanting the necklace. To Antonio's amazement, the ruby necklace is gone. But where?After Antonio struggles to save himself and his grandson from Regalito's fiery revenge, he must face the painful secret of where the ruby has gone.