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The Amalfi Curse: A Bewitching Tale of Sunken Treasure, Forbidden Love and Ancient Magic on the Amalfi Coast from the Author of The Lost Apothecary
by Sarah Penner
Published Apr 7, 2026
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Nautical archaeologist Haven Ambrose arrives in the sun-drenched village of Positano with a dual purpose: to investigate a series of mysterious shipwrecks and to secretly locate a legendary trove of gemstones her late father discovered before his disappearance. However, as Haven begins her descent into the azure depths, the idyllic coast is gripped by a sudden, violent series of unnatural maelstroms and local calamities. The investigation forces Haven to confront a centuries-old history of *stregheria*—an ancient, forbidden magic capable of commanding the tides.
As she peels back the layers of the Amalfi Curse, she discovers that the treasure she seeks is inextricably linked to a tragic tale of a woman who once wielded the ocean’s power to protect her lover. Caught between the scientific rigor of her profession and the reality of a supernatural force that threatens to consume the coastline, Haven must navigate a perilous path. Along the way, she encounters an enigmatic local whose own history is deeply entwined with the sea’s dark secrets.
With time running out and the village on the brink of destruction, Haven must decide how much she is willing to sacrifice to break a curse that refuses to stay buried.
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What readers are saying
Valerie HarrisMy new favorite author
"I love all three of her books. I didn’t want it to end. Love story on the sea. 💕 ["
April 15, 2026 Verified Purchase
Music ladyA good read.
"My granddaughter liked the book. History is her thing. ["
January 18, 2026 Verified Purchase
PaulaHistory, Magic, and a Touch of Saltwater
"⭐️⭐️⭐️💫 3.5 stars A beautifully atmospheric read with dual timelines, magical realism, and a coastal Italian setting that screams summer escape. I loved Mari’s 1800s storyline—her bond to the sea and the mythic feel gave it real heart. The shipwreck mystery and historical layers were compelling and well-done. The present-day romance fell flat for me, and the pacing dragged in Haven’s storyline. It also struggled tonally—part magical historical, part beachy romance, but not fully grounded in either. Still, it’s worth picking up for the setting, the legend-rich plot, and Mari’s emotionally resonant arc. A solid summer read with a hint of magic. ["
July 8, 2025 Verified Purchase
Kathleena OsumiLove defies murderous LIARS
"This is a beautiful story about what courage it takes to protect pure beings. It is a love story, pure, but not simple. ["
April 7, 2026 Verified Purchase