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The Italian Girl

By: Lucinda Riley
Narrated by: Yolanda Kettle
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From the author of the Seven Sisters series, Lucinda Riley's The Italian Girl takes you from the back streets of Naples to the world's finest opera houses on a poignant, unforgettable journey of love, betrayal and self-discovery.

Read by Yolanda Kettle (Philippa Gregory's The Queen's Fool)

Nothing sings as sweetly as love, or burns quite like betrayal.

Rosanna Menici is just a girl when she meets Roberto Rossini – the man who will change her life. In the years that follow, their destinies will be bound together – both for their extraordinary talents as opera singers, and by their enduring but obsessive love.

Their love will ultimately affect the lives of all those closest to them. For, as Rosanna slowly discovers, their union is haunted – haunted by irreversible events of the past . . .

Praise for Lucinda Riley:

'A masterclass in beautiful writing' – The Sun

'Captivating . . . poignant yet uplifting' – Woman's Own

'Utterly enchanting . . . Prepared to be intrigued, moved to tears and ultimately uplifted' – Lancashire Evening Post

A version of this story has previously been published under the title Aria, under the name Lucinda Edmonds – now extensively rewritten as The Italian Girl.

 Contemporary Family Life Genre Fiction Women's Fiction Italy Opera
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As many of her other books, the author excelled at developing a moving story. It describes the characters well and made me to relate to their feelings. An enjoyable reading that also made me to go and listen to opera songs once more.

Wonderful storyline

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an amazing tale of a beautiful girl, gifted and strong but smitten by love for a traitorous male who allowed his personal passions to rule his life.

Love overlooks behaviour

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I really enjoyed the rich cultural and relational dynamics between the characters. The storyline was clever and engaging, with a historically accurate portrayal of gender roles across different countries and cities.

Insight into the world of opera

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Such a beautiful read of passion, heartache, love for family and the right messages along the way. I will miss Lucinda’s books she is one of the greatest writers of all time.

Another outstanding Read

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Lucinda’s books never disappoint- I loved it and the narrator was fabulous she always brings my books to life thank you both

Excellent Read

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