For the Love of Venice
Author: Donna Jo Napoli
Romance and political action set against the mystery and beauty of modern-day Venice, Italy. Percy is reluctant to accompany his family to Venice for the summer until he meets Graziella, a beautiful and passionate girl who leads him into another Venice, one that tourists never see. Venice was once a great power. Today, much of it belongs to foreigners. Through Graziella, P….Read More
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