Postcards from Sicily
Jul 2026 · Bloomsbury Publishing
Ebook
320
Pages
About this ebook
A heartwarming story about mother-daughter relationships and starting over in life, set in a luxurious Italian spa resort
Olivia swore she would never grow up to be like her mother, who fled to Sicily to be with her lover when Olivia was a teenager. But now in her thirties, the spark in Olivia's marriage has been extinguished for years, she's hopelessly pining over her attractive business partner, Markus, and her own teenage daughter barely speaks to her.
So when her estranged mother offers to pay for an eight-week trip to a luxurious wellness centre in Italy, Olivia reluctantly accepts. A break will be good for her. For everyone. There's just one catch... Susan is staying in the adjoining room.
Fuelled by gorgeous weather, good food and even better wine, can the two women overcome their history and form the mother-daughter bond that Olivia always dreamed of? Or is it too late for second chances?
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READERS LOVE POSTCARDS FROM SICILY!
'This was a gorgeous read... It has made me so badly want to visit Sicily!'
'Barone captured the Italian setting beautifully, immersing the reader in Olivia's story'
'It's a perfect beach read or just a book to snuggle up with... I loved it'
'Charmingly written... A fantastic read about second chances'
'I felt like I was right there in Sicily soaking up the whole vibe'
PRAISE FOR NANCY BARONE:
'A thoroughly enjoyable, heartwarming story with relatable and realistic characters, and a setting that makes you want to relocate!' - Lisa Hobman, author of Dreaming Under an Island Skye
'Heartfelt and hopeful, this tale of new beginnings, friendship, and second chances is a gorgeous, uplifting story... 5 stars from me' - Caroline James, author of The Cruise
'A heart-warming story that will have you sobbing and laughing – sometimes at the same time!' - Holly Martin
Olivia swore she would never grow up to be like her mother, who fled to Sicily to be with her lover when Olivia was a teenager. But now in her thirties, the spark in Olivia's marriage has been extinguished for years, she's hopelessly pining over her attractive business partner, Markus, and her own teenage daughter barely speaks to her.
So when her estranged mother offers to pay for an eight-week trip to a luxurious wellness centre in Italy, Olivia reluctantly accepts. A break will be good for her. For everyone. There's just one catch... Susan is staying in the adjoining room.
Fuelled by gorgeous weather, good food and even better wine, can the two women overcome their history and form the mother-daughter bond that Olivia always dreamed of? Or is it too late for second chances?
***
READERS LOVE POSTCARDS FROM SICILY!
'This was a gorgeous read... It has made me so badly want to visit Sicily!'
'Barone captured the Italian setting beautifully, immersing the reader in Olivia's story'
'It's a perfect beach read or just a book to snuggle up with... I loved it'
'Charmingly written... A fantastic read about second chances'
'I felt like I was right there in Sicily soaking up the whole vibe'
PRAISE FOR NANCY BARONE:
'A thoroughly enjoyable, heartwarming story with relatable and realistic characters, and a setting that makes you want to relocate!' - Lisa Hobman, author of Dreaming Under an Island Skye
'Heartfelt and hopeful, this tale of new beginnings, friendship, and second chances is a gorgeous, uplifting story... 5 stars from me' - Caroline James, author of The Cruise
'A heart-warming story that will have you sobbing and laughing – sometimes at the same time!' - Holly Martin
A heartwarming story about mother-daughter relationships and starting over in life, set in a luxurious Italian spa resort
Olivia swore she would never grow up to be like her mother, who fled to Sicily to be with her lover when Olivia was a teenager. But now in her thirties, the spark in Olivia's...
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About the author
Nancy Barone grew up in Canada, but at the age of 12 her family moved to Italy. Catapulted into a world where her only contact with the English language was her old Judy Blume books, Nancy became an avid reader and a die-hard romantic. Nancy stayed in Italy and, despite being surrounded by handsome Italian men, she married an even more handsome Brit. They now live in Sicily where she teaches English.
Nancy is a member of the RWA and a keen supporter of the Women's Fiction Festival at Matera where she meets up once a year with writing friends from all over the globe.
Nancy is a member of the RWA and a keen supporter of the Women's Fiction Festival at Matera where she meets up once a year with writing friends from all over the globe.
Nancy Barone grew up in Canada, but at the age of 12 her family moved to Italy. Catapulted into a world where her only contact with the English language was her old Judy Blume books, Nancy became an avid reader and a die-hard romantic. Nancy stayed in Italy and, despite being surrounded by handso...
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