Listed below is my recommended reading for Summer 2019. The following books focus on historical fiction, non-fiction, and the life of a hitman. And my recommendation for Italian language readers. Each story is sure to keep your mind busy as you relax under the sun.
 | BENEATH A SCARLET SKY By Mark T. Sullivan Based on a true story. This is an incredibly rich novel full of history wrapped in a riveting story of a young man’s experience during WWII in Nazi-occupied Milan. If you like history and a good coming-of-age story, this one is a must read. Historical Fiction ISBN-13: 978-1503943377 |
 | BORN A CRIME: Stories from a South African Childhood By Trevor Noah An incredible story by comedian and TV host Trevor Noah. Lighthearted with a mix of drama, Trevor describes his upbringing in a post-Apartheid South Africa. Non-Fiction ISBN-13: 978-0399588198 |
 | THE PLOTTERS By Un-Su Kim This debut novel by South Korean author Un-Su Kim follows a hitman as he uncovers the truth behind those that plot the targets. Fiction ISBN-13: 978-0385544382 |
FOR ITALIAN LANGUAGE READERS…
Because I don’t speak it often, I occasionally read an Italian novel to maintain or revive (or polish) my language skills. I will randomly share an Italian novel to encourage others, like me, to read one now and then.
 | MEET ME ALLA BOA By Paolo Stella Written by actor and style blogger Paolo Stella. The story follows celebrity Franci has he reflects on his romantic relationship with fashion journalist Marti. Fiction ISBN-13: 978-8804705215 |
![Memories: [Sept 2016 - Pienza, Italy] - I finally got to witness the famous Gioco di Cacio al Fuso in Pienza, Tuscany. A traditional game where four teams, dressed in medieval garb, compete using Pienza’s famous pecorino cheese. Contestants kneel on the floor and roll their wheel of pecorino to bring it as close as possible to an upright spindle. If you’re in Tuscany the first week of September, make the effort to visit the quaint and beautiful town, located south of Siena in the postcard picturesque area of Val d’Orcia. ✈️ I miss travel.
#pecorino #pienza #tuscany #travel #valorcia #cacioalfuso #italy #cacio #giocodicacioalfuso](https://www.magnusmade.com/wp-content/plugins/instagram-feed/img/placeholder.png)
Laura Fabiani says
I have Beneath a Scarlet Sky on my bookshelf and plan to read it this summer too. I listened to the audiobook Born a Crime by Noah Trevor and it was very good. He was an excellent narrator!
LorenZo says
Beneath A Scarlet Sky is a very good read. In addition to an incredible story, you learn a lot about that moment in Italian history. I believe it may be a film or mini-series soon. — Trevor Noah’s book will also be turned into a movie and I cannot wait to see it.