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The Seven or Eight Deaths of Stella Fortuna

Juliet Grames
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The Seven or Eight Deaths of Stella Fortuna

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2019

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Juliet Grames

The Seven or Eight Deaths of Stella Fortuna

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2019
Book Details
Pages

464

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Italy • 20th century

Theme
Publication Year

2019

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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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

Reviews & Readership

4.1

21,158 ratings

74%

Loved it

20%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

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.

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Who Should Read The Seven or Eight Deaths of Stella Fortuna?

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.

4.1

21,158 ratings

74%

Loved it

20%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

464

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Italy • 20th century

Theme
Publication Year

2019

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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