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Medium soft cover
Very good condition
Adriana Trigianis Rococo is a vibrant, character-driven novel centered around Bartolomeo di Crespi, a flamboyant and charming interior decorator in the small town of Our Lady of Fatima, New Jersey. Known simply as B, hes a bachelor with a flair for rococo design and a deep love for his community. When he takes on the ambitious project of renovating the local church, Bs artistic vision sets off a chain of events that stirs up romantic entanglements, family tensions, and town-wide transformations. His sister Toot, a tough funeral home director, and his former fiancée Pia, whose return complicates matters, are central to the emotional and comedic twists that unfold. As B recruits two eccentric artists to help with the restoration, the town becomes a canvas for renewalboth aesthetically and spiritually. Through witty dialogue, colorful settings, and heartfelt moments, Trigiani explores themes of creativity, identity, and the power of beauty to heal and unite. The novel is a celebration of artistry, Italian-American culture, and the quirky bonds that hold communities together.