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A sweeping tale of wealth, longing, and a love that travels from New York to the Italian shores.
On Lake Como, a powerful American silk empire and a refined New York heiress square off with fate, tradition, and a new, uncertain happiness. The Meade family’s villa becomes the setting for a romance that crosses continents and questions of faith, duty, and identity. As two lives collide—one drawn to Italy, the other to a future built on work and promise—the story threads through lavish rooms, coastal towns, and a web of relationships that test loyalty and dream alike.
The novel blends family ambition with intimate moments, exploring how love, culture, and belief shape the choices people make when the stakes are both personal and societal. It invites readers to watch characters navigate affection, ambition, and the pull of distant homelands, all while a lush Italian landscape forms the backdrop for their turning points.
- Rich portraits of American and Italian figures against a backdrop of prestige and travel.
- A romance that confronts different beliefs and personal ideals.
- Atmospheric settings—from bustling cities to serene lake towns—driving mood and conflict.
- Themes of duty, identity, and the power of love to redefine a lifelong path.
Ideal for readers of lush, character-driven dramas rooted in family ties and cross-cultural travel.
Stella Meade and the world she inhabits will appeal to fans of elegant social narratives where personal longing meets the pull of history.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This novel follows the story of two American families as they navigate the trials and tribulations of life in early 20th-century Italy. The Meades, a wealthy silk-importing family, struggle to maintain their lavish lifestyle while dealing with the health issues of the matriarch, Cornelia. On the other hand, the Chases, a more modest family, face financial hardships and domestic challenges. The book explores themes of wealth, social status, family dynamics, and the pursuit of happiness. Through the contrasting experiences of the two families, the author delves into the complexities of human relationships and the choices individuals make in the face of adversity. In doing so, this book illuminates the profound impact of social and economic circumstances on personal lives. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781333249731_0
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