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Adriana Trigiani

    3. september 1969

    Adriana Trigiani je celosvetovo obľúbená pre svoje „oslnivé“ romány, ktoré vynikajú „hmatateľnými a vizuálnymi detailmi“ a „komediálnym prístupom so srdcom zo zlata“. Jej tvorba, ktorá je preložená do 38 jazykov, ukazuje jej schopnosť spájať humor s hlbokými ľudskými témami. Okrem písania je Trigiani aj ocenenou filmovou režisérkou a scenáristkou, čo dokazuje jej všestrannosť. Jej literárne diela a angažovanosť v komunitných programoch z nej robia významnú postavu v súčasnom literárnom a umeleckom svete.

    Adriana Trigiani
    Lucia, Lucia
    Cooking with My Sisters
    The Wisdom of My Grandmothers
    Podezřelý. Andělské boty. Zmizení. Nečekaný výhled.
    The Shoemaker's Wife
    Zmarené dobro
    • Zmarené dobro

      • 392 stránok
      • 14 hodin čítania

      „Majsterka detailov, ktoré si podmania zmysly citatela“ nám prináša svieži a pohlcujúci román o troch generáciách toskánskych remeselníkov s nevšedným tajomstvom. Impozantne rozsiahle dielo oslnuje pútavými témami identity a príslušnosti. Príbeh sa odvíja v dych berúcich zvratoch. Matelda, ženská hlava rodiny Cabrelliovcov, bola vždy priama a tvrdohlavá. Tvárou v tvár smrti sa odhodlá nenechat kamen na kameni vrátane matkinho tajomstva o jej dvoch velkých životných láskach: priatelovi z detstva Silviovi a hrdom škótskom námornom kapitánovi Johnovi Lawriem McVicarsovi, Mateldinom otcovi, ktorého nikdy nestretla... Domenice Cabrelliovej sa v pobrežnom mestecku Viareggio, ponorenom do idylických cias minulosti, darí, až kým sa Taliansko neocitne na pokraji druhej svetovej vojny. Osud ju zo skalnatého marseilleského pobrežia zaveje do mysticky krásneho Škótska a nebezpecného vojnového Liverpoolu, kde bezdôvodne uväznili talianskych Škótov. Domenica prežije lásku, stratu a smútok za domovom. O sto rokov jej dcéra Matelda a pravnucka Anina celia tým istým zásadným otázkam o živote a rodinnom dedicstve. Matelda premýšla, o co stojí bojovat a coho sa radšej zriect. Cabrelliovci prežili vela a dúfat v skutocné uzdravenie môžu len vdaka premennej sile lásky. Matelde však neostáva vela casu a obe casové línie sa pretínajú a narážajú do seba tak necakane a bolestivo, až rodinu vykúpia.

      Zmarené dobro
      3,9
    • The Shoemaker's Wife

      • 496 stránok
      • 18 hodin čítania

      Follows star-crossed lovers Enza, a practical beauty, and Ciro, a strapping mountain boy, who, after their first meeting in the Italian Alps, find their destinies inexplicably entwined as they build their lives in America.

      The Shoemaker's Wife
      4,1
    • V románu Roberta Craise Podezřelý řeší policista Scott James, který se po zranění stal policejním psovodem, spletitý kriminální případ s vydatnou pomocí vlčáka Maggie. Hrdinka novely Andělské boty od Adriany Trigianiové se ocitá na prahu středního věku a na krku má dvě velké starosti - péči o rodinnou obuvní firmu a touhu nalézt konečně toho pravého. Thriller Johna Connora Zmizení se zabývá starým případem únosu malé holčičky, která nebyla nikdy nalezena a po níž se vydávají pátrat policista Tom Lomax spolu s dcerou lékařky, na jejíž klinice kdysi k činu došlo.Román Cindy Myersové Nečekaný výhled je příběhem ženy, jejíž neutěšená životní i citová situace se změní s podivuhodným dědictvím - malou horskou chatkou a opuštěným zlatým dolem.

      Podezřelý. Andělské boty. Zmizení. Nečekaný výhled.
      3,0
    • Adriana Trigiani's two remarkable grandmothers, Lucia and Viola, lived through the 20th century from beginning to end as working women who juggled careers and motherhood. From the factory line to the family table, the two of them - the very definition of modern women - cut a path for their granddaughter by demonstrating courage and skill in their fearless approach to life, love and overcoming obstacles. Trigiani visits the past to seek answers to the essential questions that define the challenges women face today: how we hold on to the values that make life rich and beautiful, how we can take risks and reap the rewards, how to stand resilient in the face of tragedy. 'Be bold; 'be direct'; 'be different'!

      The Wisdom of My Grandmothers
      4,4
    • Cooking with My Sisters

      • 192 stránok
      • 7 hodin čítania

      Presents an array of traditional Italian family recipes from the author and her family and includes cultural traditions and personal anecdotes.

      Cooking with My Sisters
      3,9
    • Lucia, Lucia

      • 336 stránok
      • 12 hodin čítania

      Set in a time of possibility and change for women in America, this is the story of a passionate young woman, Lucia Sartori, whose fateful choice of partner changes her life forever. Lucia's family honour is tested and her own reputation becomes the centre of a sizzling scandal.

      Lucia, Lucia
      4,0
    • Milk Glass Moon

      • 304 stránok
      • 11 hodin čítania

      Bestselling author Trigiani completes her successful "Big Stone Gap" trilogy with a story of a mother and daughter, the choices they confront together, and their struggles to let go.

      Milk Glass Moon
      4,0
    • All the Stars in the Heavens

      • 464 stránok
      • 17 hodin čítania

      Clark Gable, Loretta Young, Spencer Tracy, David Niven, Carole Lombard lead a magnificent cast of characters, real and imagined, in Adriana Trigiani's new novel set in the rich landscape of 1930s' Los Angeles. In this spectacular saga as radiant, thrilling and beguiling as Hollywood itself, Trigiani takes us back to the golden age of movie-making and into the complex and glamorous world of a young actress hungry for fame, success - and love. With meticulous, beautiful detail, she paints a rich landscape, where European and American artisans flocked to pursue the ultimate dream: to tell stories on the silver screen.

      All the Stars in the Heavens
      3,8
    • Focusing on the theme of family and love, this heartwarming picture book captures the essence of Valentine's Day through the collaboration of a bestselling novelist and a beloved illustrator. The story beautifully illustrates how a family unites to celebrate the holiday, highlighting the warmth and joy of togetherness.

      The House of Love
      3,9
    • Home to Big Stone Gap

      • 352 stránok
      • 13 hodin čítania

      The changes in Ave Maria's life are seismic as Etta begins her new life in Italy, Jack Mac is stunned by unexpected news and the appearance of a mysterious stranger who comes to town to reveal a secret buried long ago. Ave Maria's world is rocked to its core, forcing her to face the past in order to build a new life.

      Home to Big Stone Gap
      3,9
    • The Queen of the Big Time

      • 304 stránok
      • 11 hodin čítania

      The narrative explores the lives of the Castelluca family, an Italian-American clan, across three generations, highlighting the complexities and strength of love. Set against the backdrop of small-town life, it weaves together themes of family dynamics, cultural heritage, and the enduring bonds that shape their experiences. Adriana Trigiani's signature charm and drama bring depth to this heartfelt tale, inviting readers to connect with the characters' journeys and the rich tapestry of their community.

      The Queen of the Big Time
      3,9
    • Big Stone Gap

      • 368 stránok
      • 13 hodin čítania

      Big Stone Gap is a sleepy hamlet where kids get married and start families at eighteen, and stay for ever. So thirty-five-year old Ave Maria Mulligan is something of an oddity. A self-proclaimed spinster, as the local pharmacist she's been keeping the townsfolk's secrets for years. Now Ave Maria is about to discover a scandal in her own family's past that will blow the lid right off her quiet, uneventful life. Soon she's juggling two unexpected marriage proposals and conducting a no-holds-barred family feud. The thought of spending the rest of her life in Big Stone Gap is suddenly overwhelming... With an unforgettable cast of characters and a heroine with an extraordinary story to tell, all living in this quirky, remarkable town where even Elizabeth Taylor pays a visit, BIG STONE GAP is a wonderfully vibrant, unashamedly feel-good debut.

      Big Stone Gap
      3,9
    • Viola in the Spotlight

      • 288 stránok
      • 11 hodin čítania

      The narrative revolves around a character grappling with a perplexing dilemma that challenges their beliefs and decisions. As they navigate this complex situation, themes of self-discovery and moral ambiguity emerge, prompting reflections on personal values and the nature of choice. The story delves into the emotional and psychological turmoil faced by the protagonist, making for an engaging exploration of conflict and resolution.

      Viola in the Spotlight
      3,4
    • Supreme Macaroni Company LP, The

      • 434 stránok
      • 16 hodin čítania

      Set against the backdrop of a century-old partnership between the Angelini Shoe Company and Vechiarelli & Son, the story follows Valentine Roncalli, a schoolteacher who transitions into shoemaking. Her journey leads her to Gianluca Vechiarelli, a tanner burdened by a complicated history and a hidden secret. Their romance unfolds amid the rich traditions of craftsmanship and the challenges of their intertwined lives.

      Supreme Macaroni Company LP, The
      3,8
    • Encore Valentine

      • 384 stránok
      • 14 hodin čítania

      Adriana's dazzling new novel has a vibrant cast of memorable characters and lush backdrops of magical Manhattan and enchanting Italy.

      Encore Valentine
      3,8
    • Very Valentine

      • 401 stránok
      • 15 hodin čítania

      The first novel in a new trilogy, with a vibrant cast of memorable characters and the lush backdrops of magical Manhattan and enchanting Italy.

      Very Valentine
      3,8
    • Big Cherry Holler

      • 272 stránok
      • 10 hodin čítania

      In the extraordinary sequel to BIG STONE GAP, we return to the enchanting mountain life of Adriana Trigiani’s world. Eight years have passed since Ave Maria Mulligan, the town pharmacist and long-time spinster, married coal miner Jack MacChesney. Embracing love and commitment, Ave Maria strives to create a happy life for her growing family, unaware that fate and the ghosts of her past will challenge her marriage. The protective mountain walls cannot shield her from the life lessons she must face. This narrative explores the complexities of marriage, revealing deep secrets, power struggles, betrayals, and unmet expectations between husband and wife. It also depicts a community grappling with the decline of the coal mining industry, showcasing the resilience of the people of Big Stone Gap. Key characters include Iva Lou Wade Makin, the bookmobile librarian, savvy businesswoman Pearl Grimes, and Spec Broadwater, the Rescue Squad captain navigating his double life. Ave Maria’s best friend, Theodore Tipton, now a band director, remains her trusted advisor as he achieves success. When Ave Maria takes her daughter to Italy for the summer, she encounters a handsome stranger who presents a life beyond the Blue Ridge Mountains. This forces her to confront what truly matters to her, her marriage, and her family. Rich in humor, wisdom, and the vibrant drama of mountain life, this story captures the journey of two lovers striving to rec

      Big Cherry Holler
      3,7
    • Viola in Reel life

      • 282 stránok
      • 10 hodin čítania

      Viola doesn't want to go to boarding school, but somehow she ends up at Prefect Academy, an all-girls school in South Bend, Indiana, far faraway from her home in Brooklyn, New York. Now Viola is stuck for a whole year in what seems to be the sherbet-coloured-sweater capital of the world. Ick. There's no way Viola's going to survive the year - especially since she has to replace her best friend Andrew with three new roommates who, disturbingly, actually seem to likebeing at Prefect. She resorts to viewing the world (and hiding) behind the lens of her video camera. But boarding school is nothing like Viola thought it would be, and she soon realises that she may be in for the most incredible year of her life. But first she has to put the camera down and let the world in.

      Viola in Reel life
      3,5
    • Bartholomeo DiCrespi träumt von der Renovierung der Gemeindekirche. Nach anfänglicher Enttäuschung findet er Trost in seiner Familie und italienischem Essen. Als er schließlich den Auftrag erhält, beginnt seine Suche nach den besten Materialien und Ideen, die ihn nach Italien, Großbritannien und zu seiner Herzensdame führt.

      Haus der Träume. Roman
      2,0
    • Nella Castelluca, die erste Tochter einer italienischen Einwandererfamilie in Amerika, darf die höhere Schule besuchen und erhält Avancen von ihrem Schwarm Renato. Doch als er plötzlich verschwindet, wird Nellas Liebe auf die Probe gestellt. Eine berührende Geschichte über das Erwachsenwerden und das Glück.

      Wie Vögel im Wind. Roman
    • Frühlingsmond. Roman

      • 319 stránok
      • 12 hodin čítania

      Ave Maria Mulligan hat eine turbulente Zeit hinter sich. Nachdem sie ihr Leben wieder in den Griff bekommen hat, sorgt ihre Tochter Etta für Unruhe, und ein Mann aus Aves Vergangenheit tritt wieder auf, der einst ihre Ehe gefährdete.

      Frühlingsmond. Roman
    • Das Beste in uns

      Roman | »Es gibt einen Grund dafür, dass Adriana Trigiani von Millionen begeisterter Leser so geliebt wird … großartig.« SARAH JESSICA PARKER

      • 464 stránok
      • 17 hodin čítania

      Eine Familie ist nur so stark wie ihre Geschichte Matelda Cabrelli ist das Oberhaupt der Familie. Die alte Damen ist durchsetzungsfähig und meinungsstark, lässt sich nichts gefallen. Doch sie merkt selbst, dass ihr Leben zu Ende geht. Daher beschließt sie, ihr größtes Geheimnis zu lüften: Die Wahrheit über ihren Vater. Doch sie ahnt nicht, dass die Enthüllung der bewegenden Geschichte ihrer Mutter Domenica auch die Zukunft ihrer Familie verändern wird. Gemeinsam mit Enkelin Anna steht sie bald vor denselben Fragen wie einst ihre Mutter: Was hinterlassen wir, wenn wir nicht mehr da sind? Wofür lohnt es sich zu kämpfen? Was ist Glück? Adriana Trigiani gelingt ein bewegender Familienroman vor schönster Kulisse.

      Das Beste in uns