"A secret fortune ... A journey filled with murder, love, sex and mystery ... Two lives intersecting to restore the inheritance of the families of six Italian Jewish families. The past and present come together in this captivating fortune hunt to recover the inheritance of these wealthy industrialists thought lost in World War II. Imagine six Italian Jewish industrialists caught in a web of impending war and atrocities, trying to stay alive and protect their combined fortunes of nearly $4.5 million in cash, gold, securities and bonds. Imagine that great fortune stashed away in 24 Swiss bank accounts for nearly 70 years. What would it be worth today? Are there any heirs left? Who would be entitled to the wealth? Would the Swiss even release the money? Jim Riley, pilot to one of the richest men of Napa Valley, finds himself embroiled in an intriguing treasure hunt to recover and unlock the security to a vast, unclaimed fortune. Join Riley and the mysterious Rolly Hunter as they join forces in this fast-paced novel that rivets readers and takes them on an intriguing journey around the world."--Publisher description.