The Good Left Undone A Novel By Adriana Trigiani
In "The Good Left Undone," Adriana Trigiani delivers an immersive saga that celebrates family and the power of storytelling. Set against the backdrop of Italy, this lush novel follows three generations of Tuscan artisans and their remarkable secret.
At the heart of the story is Matelda, the brusque matriarch of the Cabrelli family, who is determined to share a long-held secret about her mother's great love story before she faces the end of her life. As she reveals the past, readers are transported to the halcyon days of Viareggio, where Domenica Cabrelli thrives until the looming threat of World War II forces her to flee to distant shores. From Marseille to Scotland to wartime Liverpool, Domenica's journey is marked by love, loss, and longing for home.
A hundred years later, Matelda and her granddaughter Anina grapple with their family's legacy and the big questions of life. As their stories intersect, unexpected revelations come to light, leading the family on a journey of redemption.
With her masterful storytelling and vivid detail, Trigiani captures the beauty of Italy, the hardships of war, and the enduring bonds of family. "The Good Left Undone" is a sweeping tale of identity, belonging, and the resilience of the human spirit that will captivate readers from beginning to end.