In the second instalment of The Family of Valletta series, Baron Constantino and the flamboyant Matteo Fiorenza have established themselves as Alexandria's leading experts in construction of European architectural designs. Due to this reputation, they are approached with a proposition of significance to both Alexandria and Naples.

Meanwhile, in Malta, Marcella has matured into a woman with progressive ideas. Alongside her yearning for respect and purpose, she begins to desire Lieutenant Vincenzo Fiorenza- the handsome, sympathetic, and more reserved younger brother of Matteo.