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Under Italian Skies

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What to expect

Stella has life under control - and that's the way she likes it. For twenty-five years, she's been 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

(p) 2016 Orion Publishing Group

Critics Review

What readers are saying about Nicky Pellegrino's uplifting and feel-good escapist novels:

Enchanting...a delightful feel-good story
Amazon reviewer
I couldn't put it down
Amazon reviewer
An easy and relaxing read that took you to a warm and inviting slice of life...an enjoyable read
Amazon reviewer
Left me craving some Italian food and wanting to book a holiday
Goodreads reviewer
Author Nicky Pellegrino
Narrator Jane McDowell
Duration 9 hours and 20 minutes
Release Date
ISBN 9781409161257
Format Audiobook
Publisher Orion
Genre Modern and contemporary fiction
Availability AU, GB, IE, US

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