The Santa Lucia Series

Author : Michelle Damiani
Publisher : Rialto Press
Page : 458 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2017-11-30
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9788835864929

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Santa Lucia by Michelle Damiani Pdf

Warm Italian sunshine casts long shadows… In the sleepy Italian village of Santa Lucia, espresso-serving Chiara has always been the one to turn to for the juiciest gossip. But when secrets hidden in the heart of the village start to unravel, Chiara finds herself in the middle of a brewing conflict that could threaten the lives of everyone in the town. As romances blossom and tensions rise, Chiara soon finds that not all secrets are meant to stay hidden. Will the exploding revelations prove deadly? Santa Lucia is the gripping story of a town on the brink of change and the villagers that call it home. "Santa Lucia is a wonderful, sprawling, satisfying novel....This was my favorite novel of 2017." "One of those books that keeps you awake at night reading. Loved the characters and the story." "Santa Lucia brings small town Italy to life!"

Author : Michelle Damiani
Publisher : Rialto Press
Page : 1667 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 2020-08-22
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9788835882664

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The Santa Lucia Series by Michelle Damiani Pdf

The Complete Collection (Books 1-4) At first, Santa Lucia seems like any charming Italian village. But linger in Chiara's cafe and you'll soon discover the secrets, lies, loves, and betrayals that color the lives of the those that walk Santa Lucia's cobblestone streets. So sip your cappuccino and escape into this sweeping series set in the rolling green hills of Italy.

Author : Michelle Damiani
Publisher : Rialto Press
Page : 452 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2020-07-15
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9788835864950

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Into the Groves by Michelle Damiani Pdf

Rumors. Romance. And more than a little espresso. Santa Lucia has seen a lot of changes, and they’ve made life for the villagers harder than they ever imagined. Creating a working vineyard. Parenting a teenage daughter. Romance with the mayor. Being gay in a quintessential Italian village. None of these are easy, and everyone is feeling the pressure as their annual festival nears. The villagers are back for one last passeggiata through the flower-lined alleys of Santa Lucia. Swapping gossip at the local café has never been so delicious until a storm of secrets threatens the village’s very survival. With the rain beginning to fall and the wine turning to vinegar in the barrels, can the villagers bring themselves back into the wavering blue light of Santa Lucia? "I absolutely loved the continuation of this story! I have literally fallen in love with Santa Lucia and these characters and was so happy to have another view into their lives. The writing is so well done in these books that I feel like I know the characters and the places." "Beautiful view into small village Italian life. As a native Italian I find the books accurately describe the tightly-knit neighborhoods that are typical of my country, where everybody knows your name and your business." "I can’t believe that I’ve devoured this series feeling such an intricate part of Santa Lucia." "Damiani spins an engaging, exciting plot with wonderful characters and hauntingly evocative details of place and season."

Author : Michelle Damiani
Publisher : Rialto Press
Page : 427 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 2020-07-15
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9788835864943

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The Stillness of Swallows by Michelle Damiani Pdf

Old secrets. New lies. An Italian village on the brink of catastrophe. Things are changing in Santa Lucia, and not necessarily for the better. As the town’s residents move through their daily lives, finding love, friendship, and themselves, the past starts to catch up with them…and spill its secrets. Sins thought long-forgotten return with vengeance, threatening the happiness of those who deserve it, and those who don't. When children go missing, it sets off a series of events that expose hard truths and painful lies. Will Santa Lucia crumble under the weight of these devastating revelations? "Michelle Damiani has done it again!" "A hair-raising ending keeps the plot moving up to the very last page." "Beautiful setting with interesting people and so well written. You must read them all. A great getaway during these trying times-or anytime!" "Loved the characters and their stories as much as I did the heavenly hilltop village. As an Italophile I was so wonderfully absorbed in this series." "Oh, I love the Santa Lucia series."

Author : Michelle Damiani
Publisher : Rialto Press
Page : 424 pages
File Size : 46,9 Mb
Release : 2020-07-15
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9788835864936

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The Silent Madonna by Michelle Damiani Pdf

A ruined castle. A town picking up the pieces. And a mysterious stranger who could change everything. The fire may be out, but smoke and suspicion still linger in Santa Lucia. Though the townspeople still gather for espresso at the town café and swap recipes at the butcher shop, their iridescent blue sky is clouded by a veil of uncertainty and mistrust. The statue of the Madonna, set in a wall outside the café, watches it all in collected silence. But when New Yorker Alessandro arrives to claim his inheritance, it unearths long buried secrets. His renovation plans set off a chain reaction of dangerous relationships and forbidden romance while exposing explosive truths—not just for himself, but for the people who call this village home. Will rising secrets brought to the surface destroy peaceful village life forever? "The second book in this series was exactly what I hoped it would be! The rich descriptions of the town, the plot twists and turns, the characters who came alive...this was a great read! I felt like I was in Santa Lucia and knew these characters myself." "Well done and the twists and turns are unique and spellbinding. Cannot wait for book three." "I absolutely loved the first book of this series and I couldn't wait for book two! The Silent Madonna didn't disappoint. I couldn't put the book down. I actually stayed up all night to read it! I read very quickly because I was so anxious to find out what happened. As soon as I finished, I started all over again so I can savor every word. I definitely recommend this book, especially if you love Italy!" "Like meeting old friends in small town Italy. Following the lives of old friends and meeting new ones. Suspense, mystery and romance. I can't wait for the next in the series." "Falling in love with the people of Santa Lucia. The excitement never seems to end in this small Italian village." "This second book in the Santa Lucia series is a real page-turner. In fact, I raced through it and then went back and took my time to reread it! The characters are well developed and so is the plot. I cared about the characters and their challenges and triumphs. And the details of life in a small Italian town like Santa Lucia are authentic and believable. I can’t wait for the next book in the series. Brava!"

Author : Michelle Damiani
Publisher : Santa Lucia
Page : 370 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 2019-03-28
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 0578488248

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The Silent Madonna by Michelle Damiani Pdf

A ruined castle. A town picking up the pieces. And a mysterious stranger who could change everything. The fire may be out, but smoke lingers in Santa Lucia. Though the townspeople still gather for espresso at the town café and swap recipes at the butcher shop, their iridescent blue sky feels behind a veil. The statue of the Madonna, set in a wall outside the cafe, watches it all in collected silence. Enter Alessandro, a New Yorker arriving to claim his inheritance--the derelict castle and the charred olive trees that surround it. Rich and handsome, his renovation plans set off a chain reaction of unearthed secrets, explosive relationships, and forbidden romance. Not just for himself, but for all the people who call this village home. Will the power of the Madonna save Alessandro and the villagers? Or will nothing in Santa Lucia ever be the same? Michelle Damiani's enchanting, magical novel will steal your heart. The town is alive with music, food, laughter, and turmoil, and you're at the center of it all. Interweaving love and betrayal, pulse-pounding suspense, lyrical beauty, and even a few familiar threads from Pride and Prejudice, The Silent Madonna will keep you on the edge of your seat. Those who loved Michelle Damiani's Santa Lucia will fall headlong back into the story of a town on the edge of change and the villagers that call it home. Much like an Italian village, newcomers are also welcome to walk the cobblestone streets, as The Silent Madonna can be read as a standalone book. "The Silent Madonna sets the bar unrealistically high as my choice for Book of the Year. Highly recommended--I wish I could award a sixth star." --Paul Austin Ardoin, Caseful of Clues book reviews

Author : Michelle Damiani
Publisher : Rialto Press
Page : 514 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 2020-08-09
Category : Travel
ISBN : 9788835880868

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Il Bel Centro by Michelle Damiani Pdf

A witty and warm-hearted memoir of abandoning fast-paced American days in favor of discovering the Italian secrets of food, community, and life. Moving across the globe meant Michelle Damiani soon found herself untangling Italian customs, delighting in glorious regional cuisine (recipes included), and creating lasting friendships. From grandmothers eager to teach the ancient art of pasta making, to bakers tossing bread into fiery ovens with a song, to butchers extolling the benefits of pork fat, Il Bel Centro is rich with captivating characters and cultural insights. Throw in clinking glasses of Umbrian red with the local communists and a village all-nighter decorating the cobblestone streets with flower petals; as well as embarrassing language minefields and a serious summons to the mayor’s office, and you have all the ingredients for a spellbinding travel tale. Exquisitely observed, Il Bel Centro is an intimate celebration of small town Italy, as well as a thoughtful look at raising a family in a new culture and a fascinating story of finding a home. Ultimately though, this is a story about how travel can change you when you’re ready to let it. With laugh-out-loud situations and wanderlust-inspiring storytelling, Il Bel Centro is a joyous and life-affirming read that will have readers rushing to renew their passports. “This is one of the most beautiful book I’ve ever read.” “I absolutely couldn’t get enough of this book.” “This book made me want to pack my bags.” “I loved, loved this book. Fabulously written, engaging, and entertaining.” “A magical read.”

Author : Michelle Damiani
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 360 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 2017-12
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 0692994025

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Santa Lucia by Michelle Damiani Pdf

Surrounded by glimmering olive groves and embellished with flower-lined alleys, it would be easy to believe that Santa Lucia is as innocent as it appears. After all, what drama could possibly unfold in such a storybook village?

Author : Katherine Bolger Hyde
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 32 pages
File Size : 52,6 Mb
Release : 2009
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 0982277040

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Lucia, Saint of Light by Katherine Bolger Hyde Pdf

Long revered in both East and West, St. Lucia is an early virgin martyr whose life and legacy shine as a light of faith, hope, and compassion in the darkness of winter and sin. Lucia, Saint of Light introduces young readers to both her life and her delightful Christmas-related festival as it is traditionally celebrated in Sweden and around the world. Daria Fisher's warm and vivid illustrations will make this book a favorite with children and parents alike. Brighten your home this winter with the festival of Lucia, Saint of Light!

Author : E. F. Benson
Publisher : Read Books Ltd
Page : 372 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2015-04-24
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781473372849

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Lucia's Progress by E. F. Benson Pdf

Miss Mapp and Lucia return in the fifth instalment of E. F. Benson's classic series. Here we find Lucia battling here way to the top of the social ladder in the small village of Tilling, Miss Mapp here nemesis will not let that happen with out a very polite and gentile fight. This novel, originally published in 1935, is being republished here together with a new introductory biography of the author.

Author : MARY. AUSTIN
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 41,8 Mb
Release : 2018
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1033651931

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SANTA LUCIA by MARY. AUSTIN Pdf

Author : Carlos Ruiz Zafon
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 512 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 2005-01-25
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781101147061

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The Shadow of the Wind by Carlos Ruiz Zafon Pdf

The New York Times bestseller “The Shadow of the Wind is ultimately a love letter to literature, intended for readers as passionate about storytelling as its young hero.” —Entertainment Weekly (Editor's Choice) “One gorgeous read.” —Stephen King Barcelona, 1945: A city slowly heals in the aftermath of the Spanish Civil War, and Daniel, an antiquarian book dealer’s son who mourns the loss of his mother, finds solace in a mysterious book entitled The Shadow of the Wind, by one Julián Carax. But when he sets out to find the author’s other works, he makes a shocking discovery: someone has been systematically destroying every copy of every book Carax has written. In fact, Daniel may have the last of Carax’s books in existence. Soon Daniel’s seemingly innocent quest opens a door into one of Barcelona’s darkest secrets--an epic story of murder, madness, and doomed love.

Author : Lucia Franco
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 41,8 Mb
Release : 2024-01-11
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9798989908257

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Balance by Lucia Franco Pdf

Adrianna Rossi is no stranger to the rigorous demands required of her body. Years of pain and determination make her one of the best. Olympic glory is the ultimate goal, and she'll do anything to achieve it. Even if that means leaving home to attend World Cup Academy of Gymnastics, a training center that serves one purpose-producing champions. Perfection, precision, and dedication are required of his athletes. When two time Olympian Konstantin Kournakova is persuaded into training the young hopeful, he immediately regrets it. She doesn't come close to his high standards. As the relentless pursuit of her dream keeps her striving, a passion is ignited within him. Kova's power and domination, coupled with Adrianna's fierce tenacity, reveal there is more for her body to learn. Every interaction can be misconstrued, but there's no mistaking the darkening of his gaze, the lingering of his touch, or the illicit image of his bare skin pressed against hers. Integrity is on the line. One toe off the beam and their forbidden desires could ruin everything they've worked for, throwing it all off balance.

Author : Phyllis Root
Publisher : Candlewick Press
Page : 48 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 2006
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 0763622966

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Lucia and the Light by Phyllis Root Pdf

One winter in the Far North the sun disappears and Lucia, accompanied by her milk-white cat, braves the freezing cold and trolls who want to eat her, trying to find the sun and bring it back.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 1264 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 1938
Category : Alaska
ISBN : UOM:39015095011139

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Lexicon of Geologic Names of the United States: A-L by Anonim Pdf