Those Italian Girls: A romantic drama embracing Tuscany

By J S Morey

This began as a TRUE STORY - until make-believe crept into this clean and wholesome romance....that never runs smooth:
* Chas was heartbroken when Gina left. Should he follow her back to Tuscany? Maybe he could find who his birth parents were into the bargain.
* Mason was shattered when Gina disappeared leaving him for no reason. Would he ever see her again?
* Susie follows Mason to wherever it takes her. Would they ever get back together?

It began as a chance meeting at a college dance - in England - until mysterious events unfold with those Italian girls in the hill town of Volterra and the sun-baked vineyards of Tuscany.

For Mason and Susie it's a chance to find themselves, until they are drawn into tragic past events enshrouding their host Italian family. This brings about changes in their own relationship, as they are swept along by secrets covering up a death following an illicit love affair.

In spite of all the drama, at least some parts are resolved so you can enjoy this 'feel-good fiction' - the trademark of this West Country author. It's a tale that allows you to escape your own life for the moment, to savour the journey into another.

Lovers of historical - in this case Italian - fiction, will relish this mystery romance - one with a mid-20th Century setting - but perfect for all contemporary women fiction readers looking for up-market literature that's still easy-to read and approachable. There are issues to debate, perfect for book-club fiction.

About the author and the appeal of women's historical fiction

'I wrote 'Those Italian Girls' as a tribute to my own self-discovery 'growing up', acknowledging the pains of first relationships as I stepped into an unknown world. The result is a somewhat cultural heritage fiction romance - if there is such a thing

It was fun to write and - I hope - fun to read. As with all my novels, I take you to locations where you may wish to visit. Settings further afield always provide an escapism element - a prime reason for enjoying this particular 'sisters fiction' read.

For readers, any 'warmth' (Ha ) between those Italian girls, and Chas, and Mason stops 'at the bedroom door; so, if you're expecting a predictable bodice-ripper, sorry to disappoint.

As for my literary influences I would prefer to be compared with McMurtry or Salinger, writing as I do with a rye smile (sorry ); The Graduate is my most favourite movie of all time so that's already been done; Damon Runyan I consider a real ground-breaker when it comes to characterisation and the use of dialogue.

As a teenager I read all that Steinbeck had committed to print.

Currently I look for the crime fiction of Carl Hiaasen and the romantic fiction maestro, Nicholas Sparks, but I have been known to pick up Colleen Hoover and Sally Rooney. (I do mean their books )

Meanwhile, I will continue to create my own style with a semi-biographical historical fiction blend of past personal experiences mixed with make-believe to - hopefully - ensure your reading experience is a memorable one.' - J S Morey

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0B6LJ2P4S
• ISBN13: 9798839242401
• Release Date: July 2022
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 166 Pages
• Weight: 0.37 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 5.0" x 8.0"