Description:
Sicily, 1939. Seventeen-year-old Concetta has just received life-changing news: her family is leaving their sun-drenched Sicilian village and moving to America.
Brief description: Lindsay Marie Morris is a novelist and journalist based in Los Angeles, California. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Communications from Marquette University. A former _Shape _magazine editor with a passion for storytelling, Lindsay continues to write for various publications, including _Forks Over Knives_, for which she is a frequent contributor. Her work spans multiple topics, with a particular focus on travel, health, wellness, and plant-based lifestyle. In her free time, Lindsay enjoys camping, exploring the great outdoors, and baking artisanal sourdough bread and pizzas.
Review Quotes:
'I absolutely adored this book! ... The characters are written with such depth and emotion... I couldn't put it down. I read it in a DAY!' Reader review, 5 stars
'A truly staggering romance... from the setting to the characters and the storyline... You will urge the strength of their love to bring them back together.' Reader review, 5 stars
'This story had my heart from the very start... I had tears at points in the story as I got so involved in the characters... will stay with me for some time.' Reader review, 5 stars
'I couldn't put this book down. The pacing, emotional weight, and vivid descriptions kept me hooked from start to finish... It's a must-read.' Reader review, 5 stars
'I'm stunned... watching and reading of such brave people as our characters, even if it's just continuing to love, is astounding. And inspiring.' Reader review, 5 stars
'A beautifully written and emotionally charged novel which captivates readers from start to finish... The themes of love, loss, and self-discovery are expertly explored.' Reader review, 5 stars
'It was a totally engrossing read. I literally read it in hours as it was too good to put down. A marvelous account.' Reader review, 5 stars
'I adored this book... Historical fiction is one of my favorite. And this adds to why.' Reader review, 5 stars
'What an excellent read! It is the perfect love story where time and distance apart doesn't matter. When the love is there, it stands the test of time.' Reader review, 5 stars