Tony's Wife
: the perfect romantic novel from the author of Big Stone Gap
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- $12.99
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- $12.99
Publisher Description
'Tony's Wife does not disappoint . . . Adriana's books are full of humour, warmth and passion' SANTA MONTEFIORE
The brand new novel from the bestselling author of The Shoemaker's Wife, a Richard and Judy Book Club pick
When Chi Chi Donatelli and Saverio Armandonada meet by chance on the Jersey shore, the two form a duo that takes the music industry by storm. Together they navigate the glamorous world of show business, from Hollywood and Las Vegas to New York City and beyond, but after a dream wedding they quickly realise that one of them will soon have to make a choice: who will put their professional ambition aside to build a family, and who will remain in the spotlight?
As they juggle the demands of their public lives, secrets will be revealed, promises will be broken and loyalty will be tested . . .
The newest romantic novel from Adriana Trigiani, beloved author of Big Stone Gap and The Shoemaker’s Wife. Featuring feisty women, frantic families and fabulous friendships, Adriana Trigiani always warms the heart.
‘Rich and compelling… fascinating, thoughtful and moreish. I couldn’t put it down’ DAILY MAIL
'Tony's Wife is an immersive experience with well-rounded, warm characters, pre-WWII fashion, Jersey accents, and homemade pasta. Moving and delightful' BOOKLIST
‘Trigiani fills this novel with the musical delights of the big band era and a love that lasts a lifetime . . . Packed with melodies, memories, humor, and love and loss, this effortlessly plotted novel is an emotional page-turner’ PUBLISHERS WEEKLY
‘Here’s a big, sweeping family novel to soak into’ ENTERTAINMENT WEEKLY
Praise for ADRIANA TRIGIANI:
'Stylishly written, this is a wide-ranging romp of a read about friendship, family, love and loyalty' DAILY MAIL
‘The author of Big Stone Gap triumphs again’ HEAT magazine
'A gorgeous piece of escapism . . . Plenty of the warm, earthy humour that is this author's calling card' THE TIMES
'A rich, sweeping epic... If you're meeting her work for the first time, get ready for a lifelong love affair. Splendid' KATHRYN STOCKETT, author of THE HELP
‘A tender tale of being torn between family, career and love’ COMPANY magazine
'A comedy writer with a heart of gold' NEW YORK TIMES
PUBLISHERS WEEKLY
Trigiani (Kiss Carlo) fills this novel with the musical delights of the big band era and a love that lasts a lifetime. Saverio Armandonada leaves his Detroit home on Christmas Eve in 1932 when his father kicks him out for wanting to pursue a career in singing. Though he never lacks for female companionship as a singer traveling with a band, Saverio is particularly intrigued when he meets Chi Chi Donatelli in Sea Isle City, N.J. Chi Chi joins Saverio's band and sees firsthand Saverio's endless string of romances; though she disapproves, the two remain friends throughout the years even as he gains greater success and changes his name to Tony Arma. During WWII, Saverio joins the Navy and spends his time in a military submarine reminiscing about his past. He decides his life will be complete with Chi Chi as his wife. Chi Chi finally agrees to marry Saverio after his repeated insistence that she is the only woman for him. The ups and downs of their marriage are complicated by Saverio's fractured relationship with his father and his fear of loneliness while on the road singing and making movies. Packed with melodies, memories, humor, and love and loss, this effortlessly plotted novel is an emotional page-turner.
