Villa Fortuna A Christmas Romantic Comedy edition by Cat Gardiner Literature Fiction eBooks
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A laugh-out-loud contemporary romance novel. Discover the prideful misunderstandings and holiday magic of Villa Fortuna where three sisters from Little Italy collide with the country club set … at a hair salon.
Dr. Elizabeth Fairchild lived an orderly and focused life in Los Angeles until …
an unexpected death, a questionable inheritance, and an eighty-year-old Mafia vendetta required a trip home to New York City's Little Italy neighborhood in the Bronx. After thirteen years of running from her Italian-American upbringing, Elizabeth dreaded returning to the ethnic world of colorful hand gestures, passionate arguments, and living with her two stereotypical sisters in their rundown apartment above a bakery.
Her plan get in, take care of business, celebrate Christmas, and then escape as quickly as possible. However, returning to the Bronx assailed the senses like her mother's lasagna. She didn't count on Italian pastry, homemade wine, a beauty parlor, and the enticement of a dashing plastic surgeon known to his adoring clientele as the swoon-worthy "Michelangelo."
Will Elizabeth flee her childhood home where the foundation of faith and famiglia is so strong? Or will she stay and embrace all the traditions that once embarrassed her? Should she succumb or resist her elder sister's admonishment,
“Your home is where your heart is, and we are your heart—marinara, cannoli, the church, and the family! The whole shebang!"
Villa Fortuna A Christmas Romantic Comedy edition by Cat Gardiner Literature Fiction eBooks
What an interesting book! I have been a fan of Cat Gardiner for some time and her last book didn't disappoint! I was surprised with the amount of research she has done for this book: Italian words, recipes, stereotypes, traditions, etc. It was really fan to get into the Clemente sistes' world and get to see Elizabeth's self discovery journey and how Mike and her sisters helped her through it.The book has all the elements you need for a great reading: romance, fun, sisterly bond and amazing supporting characters. Of course Mike and Elizabeth were my favorites. But it is hard to choose my next favorites. Nicky and Gina are right there and the interaction at Pal_HAIR_Mo salon was so much fun! I wish I could make an appointment there! And even though it is a romance and Mike and Elizabeth won't disappoint you, there is also an amazing familial and sisterly aspect and it made the book even more special in my opinion. Plus, all the Italian references spoke volumes to me since I love everything about that beautiful country!
I highly recommend Villa Fortuna!
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Villa Fortuna A Christmas Romantic Comedy edition by Cat Gardiner Literature Fiction eBooks Reviews
Villa Fortuna by Cat Gardiner is a modern love story with mobster vendettas, over-the-top drama, and salon gossip to get you in trouble if you believe it. Lizzy and Dr. Garin must use their heads to lead their hearts, but sometimes assumptions can lead to trouble, especially when there are Machiavellian strategies afoot.
While I'll admit I had a little trouble getting into this book, once I did I was delighted. The story had a lot of depth and the twists were certainly entertaining. I liked how the characters evolved and I could actually see the world they lived in as the descriptions were so vivid. The recipes were also a nice addition! Now I have to see if I have anything else by this author...
OMG! This was a delightful tickle of a story! I lived in New York for a bit and was taken down memory lane by the author's amazing thorough descriptions. This holiday piece makes you want to bake holiday treats, curl up with a cup of tea as you enjoy the antics of a modern P&P variation. Through the obstacles of life, Darcy and Elizabeth eventually make their way to a holiday Happily Ever After! A well-deserved 5-star rating!
It is rather amazing to me that in just one year, Cat Gardiner has managed to write 3 JAFF books that have easily become some of my absolute favorites! I love her!
Villa Fortuna is a fun, romantic comedy filled with lots of food, lots of love, and lots of good ol’ Catholic guilt! Everything from the old mob vendettas to the fashion faux pas in this book are completely comical! Mix that with the Sexy Dr. Garin (Michaelangelo/Darcy) and you have yourself a Must Read Romance with epic food proportions!
WARNING! You may find it difficult setting this book aside even as your stomach growls reading all the delicious Italian recipes! (Tri-Color Rainbow Cookies anyone?)
This is very much a Cat Gardiner story that will make you laugh out loud many times.To prove my point,I have two words _missing eyebrow_.
This is classified as a Jane sister Fan Fiction and many of Miss Austen's characters from _Pride and Predjudice_ are in the story, some input tangentially, and all with new names. This Mr Darcy is not one of my favourites, but the Bennet sisters are a tour dear force. There are also quite a few new characters added to Darcy and Elizabeth's "family" that will make you laugh and warm your heart.
There are some copy-editing, grammar as well as omission (one of the many Italian treat recipes Ms Gardiner spices up the story with is chocolate without chocolate as an ingredient, so use with caution).
That and political comments aside, this is still a MUST READ for all JAFF fans, Cat Gardiner fans, and light, breezy, New York comedy fans.
I can’t believe I didn’t read this sooner! I’ve read Cat Gardiner’s other books, but this one is definitely my favorite. It has everything you could possibly want in a fun read—romance, a relatable protagonist, a lovable family, quirky neighbors, the most ridiculous antagonist, a gassy companion, and funny scenes.
Dr. Elizabeth Clemente Fairchild, born and raised in Arthur Avenue, Bronx a.k.a. Little Italy, returns from Los Angeles for the reading of her great aunt Maria’s will. Due to her several experiences in life, Elizabeth has distanced herself from her Italian-American roots, her family, and her hometown. With no intention of staying long-term in New York, Elizabeth is surprised to hear that she and her two other sisters were to inherit Villa Fortuna, a beautiful and profitable building in a hoity-toity neighborhood. To inherit Villa Fortuna and Great Aunt Maria’s other worldly possessions, the three sisters are to follow the stipulations given by their great aunt; the most important is their inability to sell Villa Fortuna.
Gina and Nikki Clemente, Elizabeth’s sisters, are on a mission to open a salon in Villa Fortuna, and Elizabeth reluctantly agrees to help. During her stay in New York, she is reacquainted with everything she’s ever run from—the hand gestures, the food, the men, and everything else Italian-American.
The story revolves around Elizabeth’s homecoming and how she overcomes her shame and prejudice against her own culture and heritage, but what is a story without conflict? Stella Russo de Luca, a semi-retired realtor, claims that Villa Fortuna rightfully belongs to her family, and she is on a ruthless path to get it back. Coincidently, Stella is the grandmother of Dr. Michael Garin, a handsome plastic surgeon Elizabeth meets and eventually dates.
Elizabeth is unaware of Mike’s connection to Stella and his interest in buying Villa Fortuna, and Mike is unaware of Elizabeth’s Italian-American heritage and her position as a co-owner of the priced building. And when they find out? More conflict. Thanks, Stella.
I am not entirely familiar with Italian culture, but this book made me see a glimpse of what makes it good and easy to relate to and love—close family ties, love of food and life, the colorful and vibrant language, and the positive outlook.
Cat Gardiner’s voice is so humorous and entertaining! Her characters are unforgettable, and she writes her setting in a such a vivid image that it made me feel as if I was standing there, watching everything with my own eyes.
This book is definitely one of my favorites, and I’m pretty sure I’ll read this over and over again.
What an interesting book! I have been a fan of Cat Gardiner for some time and her last book didn't disappoint! I was surprised with the amount of research she has done for this book Italian words, recipes, stereotypes, traditions, etc. It was really fan to get into the Clemente sistes' world and get to see Elizabeth's self discovery journey and how Mike and her sisters helped her through it.
The book has all the elements you need for a great reading romance, fun, sisterly bond and amazing supporting characters. Of course Mike and Elizabeth were my favorites. But it is hard to choose my next favorites. Nicky and Gina are right there and the interaction at Pal_HAIR_Mo salon was so much fun! I wish I could make an appointment there! And even though it is a romance and Mike and Elizabeth won't disappoint you, there is also an amazing familial and sisterly aspect and it made the book even more special in my opinion. Plus, all the Italian references spoke volumes to me since I love everything about that beautiful country!
I highly recommend Villa Fortuna!
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