Tony's Wife: : the perfect romantic novel from the author of Big Stone Gap

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'Tony's Wifedoes not disappoint . . . Adriana's books are full of humour, warmth and passion' SANTA MONTEFIORE

The brand new novel from the bestselling author ofThe Shoemaker's Wife, a Richard and Judy Book Club pick

When Chi Chi Donatelli and Saverio Armandonada meet by chance on the Jersey shore, the two form a duo that takes the music industry by storm. Together they navigate the glamorous world of show business, from Hollywood and Las Vegas to New York City and beyond, but after a dream wedding they quickly realise that one of them will soon have to make a choice: who will put their professional ambition aside to build a family, and who will remain in the spotlight

As they juggle the demands of their public lives, secrets will be revealed, promises will be broken and loyalty will be tested . . .

The newest romantic novel from Adriana Trigiani, beloved author of Big Stone Gap and The Shoemakers Wife. Featuring feisty women, frantic families and fabulous friendships, Adriana Trigiani always warms the heart.

Rich and compelling fascinating, thoughtful and moreish. I couldnt put it down DAILY MAIL

'Tony's Wife is an immersive experience with well-rounded, warm characters, pre-WWII fashion, Jersey accents, and homemade pasta. Moving and delightful'BOOKLIST

Trigianifills this novel with the musical delights of the big band era and a love that lasts a lifetime . . . Packed with melodies, memories, humor, and love and loss, this effortlessly plotted novel is an emotional page-turnerPUBLISHERS WEEKLY

Heres a big, sweeping family novel to soak intoENTERTAINMENT WEEKLY

Praise for ADRIANA TRIGIANI:

'Stylishly written,this isa wide-ranging romp of a readabout friendship, family, love and loyalty'DAILY MAIL

The author of Big Stone Gaptriumphs againHEAT magazine

'A gorgeous piece of escapism . . . Plenty of the warm, earthy humour that is this author's calling card' THE TIMES

'Arich, sweeping epic... If you're meeting her work for the first time, get ready for a lifelong love affair.Splendid'KATHRYN STOCKETT, author of THE HELP

Atender taleof being torn betweenfamily, career and loveCOMPANY magazine

'A comedy writer with a heart of gold'NEW YORK TIMES

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Praise for Adriana Trigiani

A gorgeous piece of escapismThe Times

'A comedy writer with a heart of gold'New York Times

'Trigiani is a master of palpable and visual detail'Washington Post

'One of my all-time favourite novels'Whoopi Goldberg

'Utterly addictive'Glamour

'Exquisite writing and a story enriched by the power of abiding love'USA Today

'Full of romance, drama and snappy dialogue'People

'Eminently readable and richly imagined'Publisher's Weekly

'Trigiani is a seemingly effortless storyteller'Boston Globe

'Hilarious and romantic. I couldn't put it down'Sarah Jessica Parker

Author Bio

Adriana Trigiani grew up in Big Stone Gap, Virginia, and now lives in New York City with her husband and daughter. In addition to being the author of Big Stone Gap, Big Cherry Holler, Milk Glass Moon and Lucia, Lucia, Adriana is an award-winning playwright, television writer, and documentary filmmaker. Lucia, Lucia was nominated for Richard and Judy's 'Best Read', 2004. She has written the screen adaptation of her novel Big Stone Gap, which she will also direct.