Emerging From Etna's Shadow: A Sicilian Family's Story of Faith and Hope - Paperback

by Joanne Giulietti (Author)

What secrets spur the Primavita family to leave Sicily behind and flee to America? Discover their heart-wrenching and triumphant saga as the family journeys from the smoldering shadow of Mount Etna to the vibrant streets of Brooklyn. Their story begins in the Sicilian village of Pedara where life unfolds amidst the rich tapestry of tradition and the harsh strokes of tragedy. The smoking volcano is a constant reminder of life's fragility.

Navigating through loss, love, and the seductive pull of a new world, the Primavitas embark on a perilous trip to America, chasing liberty but colliding with fresh challenges. The treacherous voyage across the Atlantic yields to the frenzied rhythm of city life: tenements, toil, and the promise of something more. The Primavitas are tested by life's trials, yet amid hardship, their faith lights their path with hope.

With each passing generation, they wrestle the looming presence of Etna and the echoes of their Sicilian past, forging bonds that deepen through time. Will the Primavitas find their footing in this land of dreams, or will the indelible marks of their heritage forever steer their course? Dive into this alliterative odyssey, a family bound by blood, tested by fate, and forever touched by Etna's enduring call.

"Emerging From Etna's Shadow" transcends one family's tale; it's a vivid mirror to an era of immigration and upheaval, a testament to love's unyielding power, and a celebration of the indomitable human spirit that rises through life's greatest storms. Step into a multi-generational epic where every corner holds a story. Perfect for readers of historical fiction who crave tales of family, faith, and the immigrant experience that shaped a century.