The Seven or Eight Deaths of Stella Fortuna
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2019
464
Novel • Fiction
Italy • 20th century
2019
Adult
18+ years
The Seven or Eight Deaths of Stella Fortuna by Juliet Grames follows Stella Fortuna, a resilient Italian immigrant, whose life is marked by a series of near-death experiences. Set across Italy and America, the novel explores Stella's enduring spirit, family dynamics, and cultural heritage through her remarkable survival story, offering insights into the immigrant experience and family ties.
Melancholic
Bittersweet
Emotional
Mysterious
Nostalgic
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The Seven or Eight Deaths of Stella Fortuna by Juliet Grames is praised for its vivid, multigenerational storytelling and intricate character development. Readers appreciate the novel's exploration of family dynamics and cultural identity. However, some find its pacing uneven and plot dense. Overall, it offers a captivating look at resilience and survival.
A reader who enjoys The Seven or Eight Deaths of Stella Fortuna by Juliet Grames would likely appreciate multigenerational family sagas, rich historical settings, and strong female protagonists. Comparable titles include The House of the Spirits by Isabel Allende and The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah.
21,158 ratings
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464
Novel • Fiction
Italy • 20th century
2019
Adult
18+ years
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