The Little Italian Hotel
Author: Phaedra Patrick
On Sale June 6, 2023
Park Row Books
Paperback Original
ISBN 9780778387121
Price: $18.99
Book Summary:
When a relationship expert’s own marriage falls apart, she invites four strangers to Italy for a vacation of healing and second chances in this uplifting new novel from the author of The Messy Lives of Book People.
Ginny Splinter, acclaimed radio host and advice expert, prides herself on knowing what’s best for others. So she’s sure her husband, Adrian, will love the special trip to Italy she’s planned for their twenty-fifth wedding anniversary. But when Ginny presents the gift to Adrian, he surprises her with his own very different plan—a divorce.
Beside herself with heartache, Ginny impulsively invites four heartbroken listeners to join her in Italy instead while live on air. From hiking the hills of Bologna to riding a gondola in Venice to sharing stories around the dining table of the little Italian hotel, Ginny and her newfound company embark on a vacation of healing.
However, when Adrian starts to rethink their relationship, Ginny must decide whether to commit to her marriage or start afresh, alone. And an unexpected stranger may hold the key to a very different future… Sunny, tender and brimming with charm, The Little Italian Hotel explores marriage, identity and reclaiming the present moment—even if it means leaving the past behind.
Review
Ginny was on the air giving her advice to her listeners, when one of her callers outed her husband. Ginny was flabbergasted. But she soon realizes her marriage is on the rocks. On a whim, she invites total strangers to go on her anniversary trip to Italy. This trip turns into an eye opening experience!
This is a such a sweet and enjoyable read. I love all the characters. Each one has their own and very different grief that they are working through. Poor Ginny, she is completely blindsided by her husband and it opens her eyes to many problems, including some that may have been her fault. I love when a character recognizes that they are not perfect. Add in this beautiful setting and you have an all around joyful book about healing!
Need an invigorating story with the great charm of Italy…THIS IS IT! Grab your copy today.
I received this novel from the publisher for a honest review.
Author Bio
Phaedra Patrick is the bestselling author of several novels, including The Curious Charms of Arthur Pepper, which has been translated into twenty-five languages worldwide. Her second novel, Rise and Shine Benedict Stone, was made into a Hallmark movie. An award-winning short story writer, she previously studied art and marketing and has worked as a stained glass artist, film festival organizer and communications manager. Phaedra lives in Saddleworth, UK, with her family.
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Buy Links:
HarperCollins: https://www.harpercollins.com/products/the-little-italian-hotel-phaedra-patrick?variant=40799581339682
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