An Italian Wife
An Italian Wife
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2015
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Rhode Island • 20th century
2015
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
An Italian Wife by Ann Hood follows the life of an Italian woman, beginning in early 20th-century Italy and continuing through her journey as an immigrant in America. Spanning over multiple generations, the novel explores themes of love, identity, and family through interconnected stories that reflect her experiences and legacy.
Melancholic
Nostalgic
Bittersweet
Emotional
Contemplative
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Ann Hood’s An Italian Wife intricately portrays an Italian immigrant family's saga across generations. Praised for its rich historical detail and emotional depth, it sometimes falters with its sprawling narrative, which may dilute character development. Overall, the novel’s evocative storytelling and resonant themes compensate for these flaws, appealing to fans of family epics.
Who Should Read An Italian Wife?
Readers who enjoy sweeping family sagas like The Joy Luck Club by Amy Tan or The Lowland by Jhumpa Lahiri will appreciate An Italian Wife by Ann Hood. This novel appeals to those interested in immigration narratives, multigenerational stories, and exploring themes of identity, love, and resilience.
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Novel • Fiction
Rhode Island • 20th century
2015
Adult
18+ years
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