Here’s the set-up:

1309: When a mysterious messenger arrives on his beautiful Mediterranean island, a young carpenter discovers secrets about his mother, which his father has kept hidden to protect him.

Marek’s search for answers about his heritage takes him on a perilous journey to a remote castle in the icy dark forests of the north. There, he will discover more shocking truths about himself, and the seductive castle inhabitants who attempt to lure him towards a way of life that will both thrill and repulse him.

Witch Ancestry is a dark and gothic tale of warning. Hiding among us – often disguised in beauty – is another kind of being: ruthless, sadistic and hungry for human souls. And even the purest of hearts can be tempted to join them.

(A supernatural story for ages 15+. The first in a series of three.)

“There is mystery surrounding a boy who travels to a castle in the dark forests which holds the key to his origins. A dark gothic tale. Some horror moments and a hint of romance. Worth a read. Loved it!” – 5 Star Amazon Review

“Liviero writes a dramatic, heartfelt tale based on a little-known aspect of the Holocaust….An absorbing account of loyalty and love in wartime, freshened by unusual historical events.”—Kirkus Reviews. “Gripping and fresh…a skilfully told, poignantly drawn narrative. The story conveys all the fear and confusion of living under a cruel dictatorship, but also how love and loyalty sustain and conquer.”—The Courier Mail. Gemma Liviero lives in Queensland, Australia with her husband and two children. She has worked as a copywriter, corporate writer, magazine feature writer and editor. She has an Advanced Diploma of Arts (Professional Writing) AIT, S.A. Read more about Gemma at www.gemmaliviero.com.