The Patron Saint of Second Chances
Christine Simon
Vacuum repairman and self-appointed mayor of Prometto, Italy (population 212) Signor Speranza has a problem. He needs 70,000 euros to fix the village pipes, or the water commission will shut off the water, and residents will disperse. To boost tourist revenue, Speranza spreads a rumor that movie star Dante Rinaldi will come for his next project nearby. Unfortunately, the plan works too well. Everyone wants in on the fictional film—the butcher wants roles for his fifteen enormous sons, Speranza’s daughter is unexpectedly interested in stage makeup, and his assistant offers up a screenplay.
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An irresistible, cute little story set in a small italian town (I think my sister is going through a "non-American authors" kick, which is why I'm picking up so much Marian Keyes and this book in our shared kindle library.)
The plot continues to thicken as you read.
The characters lean INto the chaos, and it's fun to follow along.
I liked it!
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