The Garden of Monsters - by Lorenza Pieri (Paperback)

The Garden of Monsters is a captivating novel that delves into the lives of two families in modern Italy, set against the backdrop of a rapidly transforming country.

The story follows the intertwining paths of Sauro and Filippo, their wives Miriam and Giulia, and their sons Saverio and Luca as they navigate the complexities of adolescence and the changing moral codes of their society. Against this richly detailed backdrop, fifteen-year-old Annamaria struggles to find her place among them and feels overshadowed by the beautiful and confident Lisa.

However, a parallel world takes shape nearby - the Tarot Garden, the monumental sculpture garden created by the French-American artist Niki de Saint Phalle - offering a sense of identity and belonging for Annamaria through conversations with the artist. Lorenza Pieri's masterful storytelling brings to life a complex and vivid mosaic of the human heart, making The Garden of Monsters a perfectly narrated family saga that will resonate with readers of Elsa Morante, Italo Calvino, and Elena Ferrante.

Don't miss out on this unforgettable literary experience!