Dominic, an EMT from Michigan, travels to Italy to discover his heritage. But after visiting the small town where his great grandparents lived, he finds so much more. The historical treasures of Rome. The priceless artwork of Florence. And then on to Venice to explore the city billed as “Disneyland for Adults.”<br><br>But the city is battling a historic flood, altering his plans and setting him on a course he never could have imagined, a path that intersects with the lives of three others. Sandro, a handsome Italian actor, appears to be the man of his dreams. As they walk the flooded city, they meet the charming Maria and her energetic young son Massimo. A near tragedy soon binds their lives together forever as Venice tries to defend itself against encroaching waters.<br><br>Dominic vows to return to his lover in a few months. But February of 2020 proves to be a bad time for a reunion. Can these two men overcome a flood, a tragedy, and the perils of a pandemic to have a life together? Will their love survive until life someday returns to normal?

High Water Mark

“I think we’re okay,” said Sandro. “There’s almost no one out on the streets, just a few people walking their dogs. We are staying far away from them.”


“Yeah, but we don’t want to get arrested,” said Dominic.


“They won’t arrest us. The last thing they want is to lock up people in close quarters in the jails. They would just give us a warning. I’m sure I could talk our way out of it. Just leave that to me.”


“Yes, you can be quite the charmer,” chuckled Dominic.


Just at that moment, a car with the moniker Carabiniere pulled up.


“Okay, Mr. Charmer.” Dominic smiled. “It’s time to work your wonders.”


A rapid conversation ensued between Sandro and the police officer, the volume of the argument quickly rising with each exchange. The uniformed man began gesturing wildly, and Sandro nodded his head and immediately backed down. The officer got back in his car and drove away.


Chapter 37