A hidden masterpiece. A deadly secret. A race against time. Beneath the grandeur of Château de Chambord lies a secret Leonardo da Vinci never meant the world to find. When art historian Claire Martin travels to France’s Loire Valley, she expects quiet research and Renaissance beauty. Instead, she stumbles upon a forbidden wing, a mysterious double-helix staircase, and a long-buried mechanism tied to da Vinci’s final—and most dangerous—creation. Suddenly, Claire is no longer just a scholar—she’s a target. Hunted by powerful forces willing to kill to possess the truth, she joins forces with Julien, a man whose bloodline is intimately connected to the secret. Together, they plunge into a deadly quest through hidden chambers, coded manuscripts, and shadowy passages beneath the castle. But the deeper they go, the more they realize the truth was hidden for a reason. As ancient machinery awakens and enemies close in, Claire faces an impossible choice: destroy da Vinci’s legacy forever—or unleash a force that could change the world as we know it. Fast-paced and richly atmospheric, The Da Vinci Legacy is a gripping international thriller filled with art, history, and conspiracies that refuse to stay buried. Perfect for fans of: • The Da Vinci Code • The Templar Legacy • The Eight