While not in the normal de Blasi vein, this is nonetheless a riviting read. The story is intriguing though it isn't really about Chou and Fernando. It's a story that's relayed to Chou in the course of one of their trips through Italy. I couldn't put it down. There's no doubt that she has a way with words. Throw in all the wonderful food descriptions and this is bound to be a favorite book for any foodie or lover of Italian...
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I have read all of Marlena DeBlasi's books, but consider this to be the best. It is easy reading and throughly enjoyable!That Summer in Sicily: A Love Story
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I have read and re-read A Thousand Days in Venice, A Thousand Days in Tuscany and The Lady in the Palazzo, so was delighted when That Summer in Sicily was released. It is another exquisitely-written, tender story of love and food in Italy. Di Blasi replaces the on-going love story of herself and Fernando with the stories of Tosca and the Last Prince and Tosca and The Widows. It is not only di Blasi's ability to create visual...
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