Stracciatella Gelato: Melting Time

(6/3/2020) Goodreads review of Stracciatella Gelato: Melting Time

I was provided with an ebook of this by Netgalley and Backlit PR (thank you!). This book is short and sweet (like gelato!).

The story is about Kate, an artist that is tired of the monotony of her life and being a third wheel to her own husband and someone named Simonetta. He’s patronizing and looks down upon her occupation (calling it a hobby). Who can blame her when she contemplated a new life after she magically turns young again and comes across a very handsome, smart, sweet Italian man named Lucca? A man that dotes on her, compliments her art, and not to mention is ~amazing~ in bed? Jackpot! But certain events transpire that forces Kate to put things into perspective.

I won’t spoil her choice but if I were to insert myself into her shoes, I probably would’ve run away with the hot Italian boy (if cheating wasn’t involved of course). I’m a total romantic so that sounds like an incredible situation and I loooove art history and Italy. But the one thing that throws a wrench in all of it is the fact that everything outside of Kate is still operating in real time. So it’s only her that’s become young. It’s a difficult moral choice she has to make: to live for herself or choose to stay with her family. So the “time-travel” aspect is unusual but is necessary to create the drama.

The writing style was fun and lively. It seemed that Kate, although older, had the mindset of her young self all this time.

Overall, I really enjoyed this story. It makes me yearn for a passionate few weeks in Italy filled with sweet men and even sweeter gelato.

This book almost has it all! A kick-ass female main character, a lovely, sweet and interesting love interest, a house full of weirdos, a nice aesthetic, interesting family dynamics,

“Stracciatella Gelato: Melting Time” is a short read about the “what ifs” one might encounter in a lifetime. What would your life be like if you could turn back the clock to a different time of your life? This is exactly what happens in Florence when Kate spends a day of sight-seeing there. In a strange quirk of fate, Kate reverts visually to her younger self of her college days in Florence, while retaining the knowledge and wisdom of her middle-aged self. She must then make hard decisions about whether to remain in Italy with Lucca, her new lover, to pursue her art career, or return to her staid family life in America. This novel includes appealing descriptions of Florence, Italy, and idyllic adventurous moments of Kate and her life with Lucca. Readers who enjoy a light and quick read may find this enjoyable, although the ending is somewhat unsatisfying.

I received this novel from the publisher and from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. The opinions expressed here are entirely my own.

A light, fun read about second chances. What would you do if you could go back 40+ years. I loved the ending, it fit her personality.

This was a quick easy read, about capturing youth again and making peace with growing and being older. Enjoyed the novella.

I started reading this book and found that it was not for me. It didn't seem fair for me to review a book that I didn't finish.

Gelato.
In Florence.
A Sexy Italian Man.
Just Add A Glass of Wine
= Perfection!

A cute, easy read that I'd call the perfect weekend getaway or even a great beach read.
The story flows and makes you want to escape to their world.

Thank you to the author, publisher and NetGalley for my complimentary eARC in exchange for an honest, unbiased review. Please excuse my tardiness in posting my review. My TBR list is continuously growing and I keep finding so many amazing books being requested + added to my pile! I have so much gratitude for this copy that has been shared with me.