This was a nice book to get away with. On top of the great story, there were pages of Italian history, art, and scenery.

A lot of reviewers were very hard on the daughter in this book, I kind of understand that. But a good character always makes its reader feel strong emotion; I think Marina's character did that very well in this book. She is strong-headed and naive, as well as impetuous. I thought it was what made the book work so well.

This book really took me away from my life for a few hours, I liked it a lot. As a daughter of a slightly strange relationship with my mother, maybe I was able to appreciate it better. There are some surprises in the book, and the ending almost left it open for a second book.

A light, breezy read that I enjoyed and would recommend to friends.