M. Carolina Bento Livres

RIVERENZA is the story of a single mother and her daughter, and their unbreakable bond that transcends all barriers...Sabrina, a Boston native, goes on a journey of discovery to the U.K. and Greece, unveiling her mother's eventful past and family history. In the process she experiences profound reverence for her heritage, finding inspiration and strength. "Sometimes under daring circumstances we don't feel we have any other option but to rewrite a whole new script for our lives to be able to continue living."

In this contemporary American story, Lissa, a young woman in pursuit of a journalism career, goes on a personal and professional journey across the United States that leads her to a new life in Washington, DC. There she finds her destiny, bringing truth to light and healing from a dark past. Author M. Carolina Bento shares her love of country in this expressive tale, weaving together cultural topics and current events with a touch of English literature. Zingarese is a powerful statement about living authentically.

ALEMANA is the charming story of Clara, a poor, gullible young Spanish woman gifted with grit, courage and determination, who transcends her humble and troubled beginnings and ardently builds an accomplished family life in Germany. In surprising twists of fate, the successes and adversities faced by the characters in ALEMANA remind us to live in the present, in the moment! 'Nothing is worth more than this day!' Johann Wolfgang von Goethe

Ellen, a kind, mild mannered, and meek woman, coming from a troubled early childhood, lonely and depleted of support and love, looked for mentorship and role models in books. She later dedicated her life purpose to her family, even compromising her personal fulfillment. Following an unexpected move from her state of Maryland to Virginia, Ellen blossomed into maturity in strength and wisdom. In the midst of adversity she came out of her shell, interacting with others, until then strangers, and found the most meaningful and challenging friendship of her life. Settled in her deep roots of faith and love for truth and justice for people and for the nation, she found her voice! The enduring message of It Shall Come to Light: 'Be resilient and strong as a tree, standing tall through misfortune and all seasons.'

When Caroline, a talented composer, and Robert, a passionate detective, bump into each other on a New York City street on a spring day, this unlikely couple cannot imagine how their chance encounter will change their destinies. Grandioso, a triumphant, transcontinental saga of love lost and found, hope and forgiveness, tells the story of the Bonnieux and D'Occini families and the loves of their lives over the course of more than thirty years. In musical and elegant prose, debut novelist M. Carolina Bento takes her readers on an emotional, endearing, and heartwarming journey. Grandioso reminds us to let go of the past, live in the present, and make the best of our time!