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Our Italian Summer

By: Jennifer Probst
Narrated by: Cassandra Campbell, Holly Linneman, Suzanne Toren
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Publisher's summary

Three generations of women in the Ferrari family must heal the broken pieces of their lives on a trip of a lifetime through picturesque Italy from New York Times best-selling author Jennifer Probst.

Workaholic, career-obsessed Francesca is fiercely independent and successful in all areas of life except one: family. She struggles to make time for her relationship with her teenage daughter, Allegra, and the two have become practically strangers to each other. When Allegra hangs out with a new crowd and is arrested for drug possession, Francesca gives in to her mother's wish that they take one epic summer vacation to trace their family roots in Italy. She just never expected to face a choice that might change the course of her life....

Allegra wants to make her grandmother happy, but she hates the idea of forced time with her mother and vows to fight every step of the ridiculous tour, until a young man on the verge of priesthood begins to show her the power of acceptance, healing, and the heartbreaking complications of love.

Sophia knows her girls are in trouble. A summer filled with the possibility for change is what they all desperately need. Among the ruins of ancient Rome, the small churches of Assisi, and the rolling hills of Tuscany, Sophia hopes to show her girls that the bonds of family are everything and to remind them that they can always lean on one another, before it's too late.

©2021 Jennifer Probst (P)2021 Penguin Audio
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Critic reviews

“In Our Italian Summer, Jennifer Probst captures the essence of Italy and celebrates the bond between mothers and daughters. With food worthy of an Italian grandmother’s kitchen and descriptions to make the Travel Channel jealous, you’ll want to join the Ferrari women on their unforgettable journey." (Amy E. Reichert)

Our Italian Summer beautifully navigates the complicated relationships between families in a heartfelt manner in this multigenerational novel set against the splendid backdrop of Italy in all of her glory. Jennifer Probst whisks readers away on an unforgettable journey. The perfect novel to satisfy your wanderlust!” (New York Times best-selling author Chanel Cleeton)

“Filled with family drama amidst a lush setting, plus a touch of romance, Our Italian Summer will provide a delicious escape for readers.” (Booklist)

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maturity opened a way of communication between these 3 women as they learned different perspectives of life of the others. I loved the generational views and how they all learned 2 love each other in a mature way.

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Light-hearted listen.

Light-hearted listen. Fell in love with the Italy. Aprreciated the characters and their personal journeys.

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Such a happy book with relatable issues. Enjoy life it all goes too fast. For the love of food & family

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I felt like I was in Italy!

This book was a perfect summer read, especially when I hadn’t travelled anywhere this summer! It highlights 3 generations of women and the importance of family and self discovery!

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beautiful multi generational woman

the relationships between the generations & how they changed when they took the time to get-together know each other.

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A feel good story set in Italy

The voices of Allegra and Frany were a bit rough other than that the story was a great feel good one with a lovely theme v

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Take me back to Italy!

The scenery description was like being there all over again! Take me back to Italy!

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Feel Good Love Story

This book was Beautiful it was a Love story that focused on Love of Family, Love of Tradition, Love of the Heart and Love of Beauty. The journey these 3 women took touched my heart and inspired me to make sure that I visit Naples in my lifetime. My daughter has just returned from Naples and while she was there I listened to this book and from her pictures and stories it’s as was told in this book! Looking forward to seeking out my roots in Naples🇮🇹

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A sweet story of 3 Generations finding themselves in one another.

The narrators were great. The author did such a beautiful job presenting common family dynamics & how there can be reconciliation with effort, patience, love, and of course, the beautiful scenery of Italy surrounding you. it was easy to fall in love with all three main characters; three beautiful, strong women. Sweet love stories woven into character development. The detail of descriptions that went into each Italian city was perfect. Loved this book! Purchasing the hardcopy to take with me to Italy this summer. :)

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Really good listen

Audible listen. I really enjoyed the three generations of women and their stories. All so different in personality and life issues. Mother daughter healings are involved. The trip to Italy was wonderful and of course, a little romance for the ladies. Great narrators!

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