Daughter of Calabria, Tania Blanchard
Daughter of Calabria, Tania Blanchard
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Daughter of Calabria

Author: Tania Blanchard

Narrator: Arianwen Parkes-Lockwood

Unabridged: 13 hr 51 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 09/28/2021


Synopsis

Previously published as Echoes of War

'Blanchard at her breathtaking best. Rich in every sight, taste and smell.' Australian Women’s Weekly
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Set in Mussolini’s Italy amid great upheaval, this is the story of one woman’s determination to find her place in a world that men are threatening to tear apart. Another heart-rending novel inspired by a true story from Australia's bestselling author of The Girl from Munich.

Calabria, Italy, 1936

In a remote farming village nestled in the mountains that descend into the sparkling Ionian Sea, young and spirited Giulia Tallariti longs for something more. While she loves her home and her lively family, she would much rather follow in her nonna’s footsteps and pursue her dream of becoming a healer.

But as Mussolini’s focus shifts to the war in Europe, civil unrest looms. Whispers of war are at every corner and her beloved village, once safe from the fascist agenda of the North, is now in very real danger.

Caught between her desire to forge her own path and her duty to her family, Giulia must draw on the passion in her heart and the strength of her conviction.

Can she find a way to fulfill her dreams without sacrificing all she holds dear?
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‘Richly imagined, heartbreaking and utterly captivating ... yet another outstanding piece of historical fiction from Blanchard, cementing her place at the top of this genre.’ Better Reading

‘This is emotional reading for anyone born of immigrant stock as it explores the pain of leaving your homeland and your family to find opportunity elsewhere … an entertaining tale of fiction that will make your heart melt and sing and shatter.’ Glam Adelaide
 
‘A powerful novel about powerful women … a powerful evocation of a time, a place and a cultural vision which provided a significant boost to Australia’s population and its development as a multi-cultural destination of choice for refugees – both voluntary and choiceless.’ Carpe Librum
 

About Tania Blanchard

Tania Blanchard writes historical fiction inspired by her family history. She grew up listening to her grandparents’ fascinating tales of life during World War Two and migrating to Australia. Coming from a family with rich cultural heritage, stories have always been in her blood. Her first novel, The Girl from Munich, was a runaway bestseller and shortlisted for the ABIA Best New Writer Award. Tania lives in Sydney with her husband and three children where she can often be found in the kitchen, cooking up a storm for her family, including her two cheeky dogs who think they’re human too.   To find out more, sign up to Tania's newsletter at www.taniablanchard.com.au or follow her at:www.facebook.com/TaniaBlanchardAuthor  www.instagram.com/taniablanchardauthor


Reviews

Goodreads review by Pat on September 18, 2021

This book was completely out of my comfort zone but I really enjoyed it nonetheless. It tells the story of a strong willed young woman who is desperate to follow her dreams of becoming a healer despite the constraints of a very traditional society and against a backdrop of looming war. Set in Calabri......more

Goodreads review by Karren on August 02, 2021

Giulia Tallariti lives on a farm near the remote village of Bruzzano in Calabria in Italy, with her parents Andrea and Gabriella and siblings Vincenzo, Teresa, Poala and Antonio. Their farm supports the entire family, they grow crops and vegetables, have a flock of sheep and make cheese. Her father’......more

Goodreads review by Mark on August 14, 2021

Echoes of War by Tania Blanchard is a sweeping story of a family during WWII in Calabria, Southern Italy (the Toe). The story centres around Giulia, a strong, intelligent young woman who is trying to find her way in the world. This is made more difficult by the turbulence of the period and the conse......more

Goodreads review by Jeanette on December 23, 2024

Many thanks to Netgalley and Simon and Schuster (Australia) Publishers for this advanced copy of Echoes of War for my comments and review. While a lot has been written about WW2 on the Western Front, the Allied forces and other northern European countries this read is centred around the war in Italy.......more

Goodreads review by Wendy on December 06, 2024

This is my 2nd read. This time, I read the book because I wanted to learn as much as possible about the effect of WW2 on Southern Italy. I was equally enthralled with the book this time around. The author skillfully describes the emotional effects of family bonds, war, death, natural disasters, love......more


Quotes

‘This is emotional reading for anyone born of immigrant stock as it explores the pain of leaving your homeland and your family to find opportunity elsewhere … Echoes of War is an entertaining tale of fiction that will make your heart melt and sing and shatter.’ 

Echoes of War is a powerful novel about powerful women … a powerful evocation of a time, a place and a cultural vision which provided a significant boost to Australia’s population and its development as a multi-cultural destination of choice for refugees – both voluntary and choiceless.’ 

'Blanchard at her breathtaking best. Rich in every sight, taste and smell.' 

‘Richly imagined, heartbreaking and utterly captivating, Echoes of War is yet another outstanding piece of historical fiction from Blanchard, cementing her place at the top of this genre.’