Joseph Peruzzi

Joseph Peruzzi is the nephew of Don Virgilio P., a prominent figure from Cortona. In the novel series The Mysteries of Cortona, Joseph recounts the remarkable deeds and stories surrounding his uncle.

Don Virgilio P. served as the parish priest of a Pieve, a historical parish church (essentially a type of monastery), nestled in the heart of Cortona—a charming Tuscan village located near Arezzo, Siena, Perugia, Val D’Orcia, and the Chianti region.

These books are crime novels, noir novels, gothic novels, history novels, romance.

The stories are set between the nineteenth and twentieth centuries.

The published volumes of the series vividly portray also the biography and life’s work of this devoted Catholic priest. Through a blend of fantasy and reality, the narrative unfolds against the backdrop of an ancient, fortified parish church that dates back to the year 1000. In this setting, Don Virgilio unravels numerous mysteries and resolves complex dilemmas that have puzzled both the faithful and the townspeople for generations, many mysteries.

The story weaves together the fates of several key characters, with a special focus on several strong female figures. Among them are Sister Costanza, an enigmatic religious figure; a faithful Perpetua; Elena, a talented artist; the young Consiglia; and Marshal Galletti, a figure of authority. Each of their lives becomes intertwined with that of Don Virgilio, contributing to the rich tapestry of stories that define this captivating series.