Extensive, ambitious, and gorgeously written…
Jamilkowski’s latest novel tells a story of exploration, adversity, and the unwavering determination that arises when faced with the unrelenting obstacles of life. Amidst the tumultuous political landscape of 19th century Italy, Francesca and Giuseppe Carnabuci clung to their dream of a peaceful life together. But fate had other plans – the earthquake in Messina, the death of Giuseppe in WWI, and the rise of fascist ideologies all shaped the lives of their son Marcello and his forbidden love, Maria-Luisa Moresco, who defied societal norms to be with Marcello. Yet as war looms once again and Maria-Luisa’s past demons resurface, their daughter Chiara struggles to break free from her mother’s toxic influence and find her own path in a world torn apart by violence and betrayal. Jamilkowski’s masterful blend of fact and fiction creates a vivid world that places readers right in the era. From Sicily in the mid-1800s to modern-day Italy, readers embark on a transcontinental journey alongside the resilient Moresco family. At its heart are deeply complex characters, grappling with personal and political realities with unwavering determination, particularly Maria-Luisa, a woman of intricate complexities, who finds herself torn between her yearning for affection and her tendency to push away those closest to her. As she navigates strained relationships with her daughter Chiara and husband Max, the tension within their family only grows. Jamilkowski ably weaves relevant and complex themes of relationships, love, war, and the power of familiar ties, as the relationships mend and the family gradually heals. Poignant, entertaining, and historically compelling.
The Road to Moresco
Mark Jamilkowski
Pub date August 12, 2023
ISBN 978-1959127109
Price $18.99 (USD) Paperback, $4.99 Kindle edition
