THE QUEEN OF THE BIG TIME by Adriana Trigiani

Nella Castelluca, middle daughter of five, aspires to a genteel life 'in town', far from the rigors of life on the farm. But her dreams shift when she meets and falls in love with Renato Lanzara, a handsome, worldly poet. When Renato disappears without explanation, Nella is shattered. Four years later, Renato's sudden return just before Nella's wedding to the steadfast Franco Zollerano leaves her shaken. For although Renato has chosen a path very different from Nella's, they are fated to live and work side by side for the rest of their lives.

Soft cover, good condition. Book club card on the front page. Minor damage to the spine.