One Summer Day in Rome: A Novel

by Mark Lamprell Narrated by Steve West

Overview

“New York, Paris, London-every grand metropolis-has its own irresistible attraction but Rome so swirls with stories of saints and sinners...lovers and fighters, that she compels you towards her, like gravity.... No one leaves her unaltered. Part of you always loves her. This is the place where passions are aroused, senses inflamed, and lovers fall into each other's arms. It all appears to unfold like magic but I will tell you what really happens...Come with me, if you will, and observe my labors.”

Mark Lamprell's One Summer Day in Rome is an enchanting audiobook about three couples drawn irresistibly to Rome, narrated by the city itself.

Alice, an art student in New York City, has come to Rome in search of adventure and inspiration before settling down with her steady, safe fiancé. Meg and Alec, busy parents and successful business people from LA, are on a mission to find the holy grail, a certain blue tile that will make their home renovation complete-but soon it becomes clear that their marriage needs a makeover as well. Connie and Lizzie are women of a certain age-“Sometimes I look at my laughter lines and wonder what on earth could have been that funny”-who come from London to scatter the ashes of their beloved husband and brother. Both women are seemingly done with romance, but Rome has other ideas.

Brimming with wit and charm (and gelato), One Summer Day in Rome is the most delicious audiobook you will listen to this summer.

Editorial Reviews

APRIL 2019 - AudioFile

The genie of the city of Rome narrates this tale of love, performed in a soft voice by Steve West. Three couples and their stories become intertwined on a single day in Rome. Alice, a student from New York City; a couple whose marriage is shredding at the seams; and a woman and her sister-in-law are all in Rome for various reasons. Using diverse accents, West delivers most of the story steadily, yet at times his voice fills with passion. The three-part plot takes a long time to coalesce, testing the patience of listeners. But the descriptions of Rome are romantic, exciting, and scary, feelings experienced by lovers the world over. M.B.K. © AudioFile 2019, Portland, Maine

From the Publisher

Absolutely enchanting, an ode to all the semi-magical towns and vibrant cities in the world where fate is decided. Love has many faces—and Mark Lamprell knows them all. This is a book for those willing to travel the road of love from the beginning, across the long middle, to the end, over and over again. (And, by the way: you will discover the secret places of Rome in every chapter!)”
—Nina George, author of New York Times bestseller The Little Paris Bookshop

“You'll fall in love with its cast of characters faster than they fall in love themselves (and that's saying something).” —Bustle

“A delightful tour of Roman sites, both hidden and well known, and a breezy summer romance that follows the escapades of three couples representing different aspects of love.” —Library Journal

“Perfect for the beach.” —Woman's Day

“A sparkly Roman romance.” —Publishers Weekly

“Brimming with wit and charm (and gelato), One Summer Day in Rome is the most delicious novel you will read this summer.” —BookBub

“This is most definitely a beach-worthy summer read…” —Travelling Book Junkie

APRIL 2019 - AudioFile

The genie of the city of Rome narrates this tale of love, performed in a soft voice by Steve West. Three couples and their stories become intertwined on a single day in Rome. Alice, a student from New York City; a couple whose marriage is shredding at the seams; and a woman and her sister-in-law are all in Rome for various reasons. Using diverse accents, West delivers most of the story steadily, yet at times his voice fills with passion. The three-part plot takes a long time to coalesce, testing the patience of listeners. But the descriptions of Rome are romantic, exciting, and scary, feelings experienced by lovers the world over. M.B.K. © AudioFile 2019, Portland, Maine

Product Details

BN ID:	2940171924423
Publisher:	Macmillan Audio
Publication date:	08/01/2017
Edition description:	Unabridged

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