Author : Jane Healey
Set in early 1900s in Boston when there was an influx of huge Italian immigrants , this novel follows the story of four young Italian women raised in America and want to live life on their own terms . This goes against theIr family traditions and their conservative parents who believe women have to take care only of domestic household and marry men of their choice. These girls fall in love , stumble , make bad choices but they find comfort and support with each other and eventually get closer to their dream of living life their own way. It is a sweet simple book with a strong take on feminism. The language is fairly simple with lots of Italian phrases in between. Jane Healey’s books remind me of old Hindi television serials ( the late 1980s and early 1990s) . They are laid back and convey a very simple straightforward message . If you are looking for something light to read , go ahead and pick this book. Her books have been good stress busters .
Rating: 👍👍👍
