Under Italian Skies

By: Nicky Pellegrino

Narrated by: Jane McDowell

Stella has life under control - and that's the way she likes it. For 25 years, she's been the trusted assistant to a legendary fashion designer, but after her boss dies suddenly, she's left with nothing to do apart from clear the studio.

It seems as though the life she wanted has vanished. She is lost - until one day she finds a house swap website and sees a beautiful old villa in a Southern Italian village. Could she really exchange her poky London flat for that?

But what was intended as just a break becomes much more, as Stella finds herself trying on a stranger's life. As the villa begins to get under her skin, she can't help but imagine the owner from the clues around her. She meets his friends, cooks the local food he recommends and follows suggestions to go to his favourite places. But can an idea of someone ever match up to the reality?

As Stella wonders if she can let go of the safety of her past, perhaps there's a chance for her to find a way into her future....

Read by Jane McDowell.

©2016 Nicky Pellegrino (P)2016 Orion Publishing Group

Relaxing read

Storyline and characters were interesting without being too complex. Liked the details about locations and descriptions of daily events. Decent storytelling and great for reading when you need something light and distracting.

You’re not sure if Stella & Leho will end up together?…

Then Neal enters the picture…another moment of hope…
Keeps you on your toes til the end….

Lighthearted

Descriptions of Italy beautifully written. A lovely story of the possibilities in times of struggle.

Good beach read

I liked this book. Nothing spectacular but a fun beach read. The narration was superb and on point.

Very good

I liked this book very nice story The characters and the food and nature More please

Lovely listen

Enjoyable story with amazing descriptions about Italy. A journey of two strangers who found their way to each other.

Charming!

A perfect story of letting go and starting anew!
So happy I spent time listening to this story!

Slow beach read

Story line good, narrator good, but “Italian Skies” were barely mentioned. A little boring. Finished, which means I had to enjoy it somewhat! Right? Actually, it could have taken place any place. Italy was a very small part which is why the disappointing feeling.

Under Italian Skies

Under Italian Skies. Not what I thought this book would be just cannot get into it I love anything on Italy. Given up after another try. Cannot understand all the good reviews.