Browsing: Italy

An “ingenious” international bestseller (Newsweek): In 1327, Brother William is called to investigate a charge of heresy against Franciscans at a wealthy abbey — but his mission is soon eclipsed by seven strange deaths. “Brilliantly conceived… A lively and well-plotted mystery” (San Francisco Chronicle).

Ireland, 1959: Factory girl Stella dreams of a new beginning with Ray, a charming US Marine — until an unexpected tragedy strikes. Decades later, Stella and her daughter return to Ireland, where a heartwarming journey awaits them. With over 1,700 five-star Goodreads ratings!

A New York Times bestseller: In Nazi-occupied Rome, Monsignor Hugh O’Flaherty, a courageous Irish priest, ran an escape network for Jews and POWs. This “superbly written” biography (The Mail on Sunday) recounts his heroic efforts that saved thousands of lives.

From a critically acclaimed, national bestselling author comes a New York Times Notable Book of the Year. This lyrical novel will take you on an unforgettable journey, from the picturesque villages of coastal Italy to bustling California. “An absolute masterpiece” (Richard Russo).

A New York Times bestseller with over 5,300 five-star ratings on Goodreads: Beautiful courtesan Fiammetta flees the 1527 Sack of Rome to take refuge in Venice. Can she recapture her former glory? “A vivid vision of Venetian life… Irresistible” (Publishers Weekly starred review).

“A delightful romp through the backstory of Romeo and Juliet” (Chicago Sun-Times): In Renaissance Italy, a romantic rivalry destroys a friendship — and ignites a legendary feud. “A novel of intricate plot, taut narrative, sharp period detail, and beautifully realized characters” (Publishers Weekly).

Five-year-old Loung’s life was shattered when the Khmer Rouge stormed into Phnom Penh, tearing her family apart. In this gripping memoir that inspired the critically acclaimed film, Loung tells her story of surviving one of the 20th century’s most brutal dictatorships. “This powerful account is a triumph” (Publishers Weekly).

In this sun-dappled memoir, “rich with food, weather, romance, and above all, life” (Publishers Weekly), a writer and her husband move to a rustic Tuscan village, where they learn to savor each moment. “Glittering descriptions and mouthwatering recipes” (Adriana Trigiani).