Mask of Casanova: Cora Price, The Heart & Treasure Series, Book 14

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Where Venice's secrets run as deep as her canals and passion masks the most dangerous truths

Hidden beneath the labyrinthine waterways of Venice lies a treasure steeped in scandal and seduction: the legendary Mask of Casanova, a mystical artifact said to hold the power to bend hearts and minds to the wearer's will, lost to the city's shadowy depths for centuries.

Marco Santori, a brilliant Italian art forger with a checkered past, knows Venice's criminal underworld better than anyone. But when the Mask surfaces on the black market, he finds himself forced into an unlikely partnership with Agent Sophia Laurent, a discerning Interpol investigator whose mission is to recover stolen cultural treasures, and whose personal mission might just be bringing Marco to justice.

Their dangerous alliance: navigate Venice's treacherous criminal network to locate the Mask of Casanova before it disappears into private collections forever. But the floating city guards its secrets jealously. Rival crime families control different districts, deadly canal chases through narrow waterways threaten at every turn, and the growing attraction between the reformed criminal and the by-the-book agent threatens to compromise everything they're fighting for.

As Marco and Sophia race through Venice's maze of bridges and hidden passages, from opulent palazzos to shadowy sottoporteghi, they must battle not only dangerous underworld dealings and international art thieves, but the undeniable passion building between them. In a city where masks have always hidden true desires, will their own dangerous romance prove to be their salvation or the very deception that destroys them both?

Perfect for readers who love:

Action-adventure romance set in atmospheric Venice
Italian art world intrigue and Casanova legends
Enemies-to-lovers romance with criminal redemption themes
Interpol investigations and international art theft
Venice's canals, bridges, and hidden criminal underworld
Masquerade mysteries woven into modern treasure hunts

Set against the breathtaking backdrop of Venice's timeless beauty, from moonlit gondola chases to secret passages beneath ancient palaces, this standalone novel delivers pulse-pounding adventure, sultry romance, and a love story as complex as the city's winding canals. From Renaissance art forgeries to modern-day heists, Mask of Casanova proves that sometimes the most priceless treasures are found when we remove our masks and reveal our true hearts.

Can be read as a standalone or as part of the bestselling Heart & Treasure series, where every adventure leads to the ultimate treasure: love.

The Heart & Treasure Series — Action-Adventure Romance

The Heart & Treasure Series by Cora Price blends globe-spanning adventure, historical mystery, and heartfelt romance in an action-packed saga where relics of legend hold as much danger as the desire they ignite.

Join archaeologists, explorers, warriors, and rogues as they chase ancient artefacts across lost temples, secret deserts, and forgotten cities. Along the way, passion and peril intertwine — proving that love can be the greatest treasure of all.

Each novel stands alone as an exciting action-adventure and a romantic journey, perfect for readers who enjoy:

Romantic escapades woven into epic quests
Exotic locations and ancient mysteries
High-stakes action and emotional depth
Heroic characters whose courage is matched only by their hearts

Whether deciphering cryptic relics or defying merciless rivals, these stories deliver heart-pounding action and unforgettable love at every turn.

What Kind of Action Romance Is This?

This series is best described as romantic action-adventure combining:

High-octane treasure hunts
Ancient myths, relics, and lost civilisations
Exotic, international locations
Strong, capable heroines and magnetic heroes
Romance forged under extreme pressure

If you love stories where Indiana Jones–style adventure meets passionate, page-turning romance, this series is written for you.

If You Love Adventure Romance, Treasure Hunts, or Globetrotting Love Stories…

Readers often compare the Heart & Treasure Series to:

Indiana Jones (archaeological adventure and danger)
Tomb Raider / Lara Croft (bold heroines and relic quests)
Romantic adventure novels where love grows in the midst of peril

These books are perfect for readers who want action, mystery, and romance in equal measure — without sacrificing emotional payoff or thrilling stakes.

Story Tropes & Reader Appeal

This series features many reader-favourite tropes, including:

High-stakes treasure hunts
Ancient artefacts with world-changing power
Enemies-to-lovers or reluctant allies
Forced proximity in dangerous settings
Passion ignited during quests and escapes
Strong heroines who match their partners in courage and intellect

Is This Book For You?

This series is ideal if you love:

Romance with real action and danger
Adventure stories set in exotic locations
Archaeology, myth, and historical mystery
Strong female leads and compelling romantic tension

You’ll especially love this book if you enjoy romance that unfolds amid ancient secrets, perilous journeys, and unforgettable discoveries.

Do I Need to Read the Series in Order?

Each Heart & Treasure novel works as a standalone romantic adventure with its own central quest and love story.

Reading the series in order enhances the experience, allowing you to spot recurring themes, shared mythology, and the wider world of relics and legends that connects the books.

According to the Series Reading Order:

Sun God’s Heart
Eye of Ra
Elephant Tusk of the Savannah King
Sword of Shogun
Emerald of Eldorado
Norse Runestone
Flute of Genghis Khan
Jade of the Heavenly Maiden
Trident of Poseidon
Opal of Dreams
Scarab of Isis
Emerald Quill of the Alhambra
Stone Spirit of the Anasazi
Torch of Kukulkan
Mask of Casanova
Emerald of the Sea Serpent
Horn of the Iceman
Orchid of Eternal Life
Amulet of Ixchel
Chalice of the Templars
Crescent of the Nile
Eye of Shiva
Scarab of Isis

About Cora Price

Cora Price writes romantic action-adventure fiction that blends ancient history, myth, and high-stakes quests with sweeping romance.

Her stories feature bold heroines, magnetic heroes, and unforgettable settings, delivering adventures where love is tested by danger — and treasure is never just gold.