If you love historical fiction, like I do, this wonderful story of a grandmother near the end of her life will be one you will enjoy. She spends time with her family filling them in on the family history and secrets from years gone by. In this story you will also learn of history from World War II and what life was like in Italy, France, England and Scotland as told through the grandmothers' stories.
Adriana Trigiani has long been one of my favorite authors of historical fiction and she does not disappoint in this novel.
Story Summary
The story tells of the Cabrelli family, a proud artisan Italian family that live in the small village of Viareggio in Italy. We are hearing the story told in present day by the family matriarch Mathilda to her granddaughter Anine.
The story begins pre-World War II when Domenica is a young girl who loves to help people. We follow her through her struggles to become a nurse and the problems she encounters when she offers important information to a young mother. The town does not approve of her giving the information and she must leave the town. She goes to Marseilles France to work with nuns in a hospital. World War II breaks out and she must then go to Scotland.
The book tells of strong women who are faced with ethical, love and family decisions. These women make decisions during difficult times that shape their futures and those around them.
Here is a link to the book on Amazon The Good Left Undone
Historical Fiction Books I Have Reviewed
If you enjoy historical fiction, here are a few other books in that genre that I have reviewed.
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World War II was my favorite part of history, so I know I will like this historical novel based in that time. And being a grandmother, it will be interesting to have the story narration come from that perspective. Thanks so much for recommending "The Good Left Undone", Mary Beth.
ReplyDeleteI do love an accurate and captivating historical fiction! I was immediately drawn to the name of this book and wonder why it was chosen. I am quite intrigued by both the book's name and your review. Thank you for the recommendation. I look forward to reading it.
ReplyDeleteI have read and enjoyed other books by Adriana Trigiani. She’s a masterful storyteller. I’m sure I would enjoy this novel as well.
ReplyDeleteLooks like you and I are on the same page just a different country. I will put this one on my TO READ SOON list! Thanks for the recommendation Mary Beth!
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