The Lupo Stick
The Lupo Stick by Valerie Blumenthal is a captivating narrative that intertwines themes of identity, family secrets, and love. Published in April 2017 by Valerie Blumenthal, this edition spans 328 pages and is presented in English. The story unfolds on a small island off Sicily in the late 1950s and in contemporary Oxford, focusing on Graziella Lupo, who, after being orphaned at thirteen, must navigate life with her oppressive aunt and the corrupt mayor. As Graziella faces her challenging circumstances, the tale is narrated by her daughter Rosa, who is determined to document her mother’s life as she grapples with Alzheimer’s.
Readers will find a rich exploration of the mother-daughter relationship and the complexities of family dynamics within this narrative. The novel delves into Graziella’s struggles and her quest for revenge against those who wronged her, all while Rosa seeks to preserve her mother’s story before memory fades. With elements of romance and contemporary life woven throughout, The Lupo Stick presents a poignant examination of love and resilience against a backdrop of mystery and personal history.
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Set on a small island off Sicily in the late 1950s and in contemporary Oxford, this Italian epic is a tale of identity, family secrets and mystery. Above all, it is a love story. When Graziella Lupo is orphaned at the age of thirteen, she is obliged to live with her tyrannical aunt and her husband, the corrupt mayor of the island. Treated as a skivvy by the family, she vows revenge, however long it takes. The novel is narrated by Graziella’s daughter Rosa when Graziella has just been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s; and Rosa is anxious to write her mother’s story before it is too late. ‘Valerie Blumenthal writes beautifully about the mother/daughter relationship, hidden secrets and Alzheimer’s in her latest novel set in Italy.’ – Tina Betts, literary agent
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