The Book Of Unholy Mischief by Amy Newmark

Set in the vibrant and bustling streets of 15th-century Venice, this historical novel follows the journey of a young orphan named Luciano, who is taken under the wing of a mysterious chef. As he becomes entangled in a world of culinary secrets, forbidden knowledge, and political intrigue, Luciano discovers a powerful book rumored to hold the secrets of alchemy and immortality. With the city on the brink of chaos, he must navigate a dangerous path filled with deception, ambition, and the quest for ultimate power, all while grappling with his own moral dilemmas and the true meaning of loyalty and friendship.