List the places mentioned in the book. Villa Caterina, Sicily, Bagheria, Genoa, France, Prizzi, Boston, New Orleans, New York, Europe, Egypt. What did you think of the story structure? I felt that the story was told in chunks and it was effective for this story, although I felt it got stunted in som...
What is the time period in which the book happens? 1870 so this book was a delight to read and any fan of historical fiction will absolutely love it. What have you read that is similar to this book? Agatha Christie books, specifically the Marple series or even the Father Brown mysteries. Top 3 thing...
What are some of the major themes of this book? Murder, lies, secrets, adultery. The best ingredients for a muder / mystery. What did the title have to do with the book? It's where the murders occurred and where the story is set. I must say, it did provide for a lovely backdrop. Make a list of facts...
What were the main relationships explored in this book? Serafina - Rosa / Serafina - Baron / Geraldo - Naldo - GenoveffaWhat did you think of the ending? The ending was perfect and left this reader with a new appreciation for mysteries.Tell in your own words how the setting of the story made it more...
Did the plot pull you in or did you feel you had to force yourself to read the book? The plot pulled me in and I could not stop reading. Serafina is an inquisitive character that has you going from one scene to another with more curiosity than when you started. Did the actions of the characters seem...
If you could continue the story, what events would you include? No, I would not contuine the story. Felt it ended where it should.Is the story plot or character driven? This is a strong plot driven story. What I didn't like. Didn't like the nun being killed off, but I can understand how this played...
Did the book end the way you expected? Never had any idea how it would end.Is the plot well-developed? Is it believable? Yes, the plot is well developed and I believable. What was the problem in the book, and how was it solved? Yes, the murders were solved by Serafina and the journals.Disclosure: I ...
If your book was a mystery, what was the mystery and how it was solved. Murder was the mystery. Serafina solved the case. The journals of the baroness were the keyDid anyone in the book do something you did not like? The baron killing his wife and daughter.What motivates a given character’s action...
Did the book description relate to the story? Yes, the description fit the book.Summarize the book without giving away the ending. The book was about a baroness who was poisoned. Lies and deceit, laced with a mistress and smuggling.What are the most revealing scenes? When the truth came out and Nol...
What were the main themes of the book? Murder, mystery and connections. You know how in a small village, everybody knows everybody … that's the feeling I got from this book. The author writes like she is talking to you so it was more than a good read. Were you able to connect with the main character...
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