Stars in an Italian Sky (Large Print)

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From the New York Times bestselling author of The Light We Lost comes a sweeping story of two star-crossed lovers in post-World War II Italy, and a blossoming relationship generations later that will reveal a long-buried family secret. Genoa, Italy, 1946. Vincenzo and Giovanna fall in love at twenty-one the moment they set eyes on each other. The son of a count and the daughter of a tailor, they belong to opposing worlds. Despite this, the undeniable spark between them quickly burns into a deep and passionate relationship spent exploring each others minds, bodies and their city, as well as Vincenzos familys sprawling vineyard, Villa Della Rosa-until shifts in political power force them each to choose a side and commit what the other believes is a betrayal, shattering the bright future they dreamed of together. New York, 2017. Cassandra and Luca are in love. Although neither quite fits with the others family, Cass and Luca have always felt like a perfect match for each other. But when Luca, an artist, convinces his grandfather and Casss grandmother to pose for a painting, past and present collide and reveal a secret that changes everything.

Jill Santopolo is the New York Times and internationally bestselling author of The Light We Lost, More Than Words, and Everything After. Her work has been translated into more than thirty-five languages. She received a BA from Columbia University and an MFA from the Vermont College of Fine Arts. She is also the author of three successful childrens and young-adult series and works as the associate publisher of Philomel Books. Santopolo travels the world to speak about writing and storytelling. A New Yorker at heart, Santopolo is currently living in Washington, D.C.

One of AARPs 41 Best New Books of Winter 2023 Santopolo writes heartbreak like no other, and Stars in an Italian Sky is both masterful and unforgettable. -Emily Giffin, author of Meant to Be A shimmering love story for the ages....Stars in an Italian Sky is about the course of fate, the meaning of family and the power of love. Bellissima! -Adriana Trigiani, author of The Good Left Undone A poignant tale of love, loss, class, and fate, brimming with the colorful spirit of Italy and infused with the hopefulness of true love written in the stars. -Kristin Harmel, author of The Book of Lost Names and The Winemakers Wife Sensual, heartfelt, and incredibly moving, Santopolos latest will bring you to tears. -Fiona Davis, author of The Magnolia Palace I was swept away....Youll savor this story like fine wine! -Lisa Scottoline, author of Loyalty