Roland Merullo crée une prose qui explore de profondes questions humaines avec une voix distinctive. Son œuvre se caractérise par des aperçus percutants sur la nature de ses personnages et leur vie intérieure. Merullo explore fréquemment des thèmes tels que la spiritualité, la quête de sens et les complexités des relations humaines. Il tisse magistralement des réflexions philosophiques dans des récits captivants, attirant les lecteurs en quête de profondeur dans leurs expériences littéraires.
Exploring personal growth, the author delves into his spiritual, intellectual, and emotional journey, reflecting on his relationship with his father and the contrasts of his working-class roots and upper-class education. He shares insights from the early years of his marriage and the profound impact of parenthood, weaving together themes of family, identity, and the transformative power of love.
Cynthia, who leads a quiet life focused on caring for her elderly father, experiences profound spiritual moments. Her world shifts dramatically after the sudden death of a supportive priest, with whom she shares a deep friendship. Following his mysterious accident, Cynthia begins to receive messages through her prayers, prompting her to confront the complexities of faith, loss, and connection. This poignant narrative explores themes of spirituality and the impact of unexpected relationships, earning recognition as one of Publishers Weekly's Best of 2013.
Forty Stories of Kindness, Courage, and Generosity in a Troubled World
Focusing on the often-overlooked positive aspects of humanity, this book highlights the countless acts of kindness, courage, and generosity that occur daily around the world. Award-winning author Roland Merullo aims to counterbalance the prevalent negativity in media by sharing remarkable moments and inspiring individuals he has encountered. Through personal reflections and anecdotes, he emphasizes the importance of recognizing and celebrating goodness, offering readers a refreshing perspective amid the overwhelming bad news.
A clandestine scheme to assassinate Fidel Castro spirals into paranoia, betrayal, and deceit in this dazzling thriller. Former CIA agent Carolina Perez has spent five years working deep undercover with a singular goal: to take down Castro and free Cuba from his troubled presence. Across the Straits in Havana, Carlos Gutierrez is Castro's minister of health and a member of his inner circle. Carlos has also been convinced to overthrow el Comandante, at great risk to himself and those he loves. But the indestructible dictator is surrounded by more than just the D-7 secret police: A Byzantine network of spies, double agents, and informants means nobody is who they seem. A thrill ride through Miami and Havana, Fidel's Last Days sizzles with tension until the final word.
At the heart of this engaging romance is Janet Rossi, a smart political aide grappling with a chronic illness, and Jake Entwhistle, a talented carpenter and painter with a complicated past. Their unexpected meeting leads to a passionate love affair filled with humor, courage, and intimacy, while navigating modern relationship challenges. The story explores themes of attraction, loyalty, and the lengths one will go to for love, all captured with a blend of poignancy and wit by Roland Merullo.
Otto Ringling embarks on a transformative journey after experiencing a profound life change that challenges his previously comfortable existence. As he navigates unexpected detours and obstacles, he confronts the realities of his choices and the essence of fulfillment. This exploration delves into themes of self-discovery and resilience, illustrating how life's unpredictable nature can lead to personal growth and new perspectives.
A family's dynamics are tested as they come together to support a wayward son, while a long-buried secret resurfaces, impacting each member. Celebrated as one of the Top 100 Essential New England Books by "The Boston Globe," this novel is praised by Richard Russo for its ambition, emotional depth, and masterful storytelling. With 322 pages, it delves into themes of loyalty, family ties, and the complexities of personal histories.
The journey of two brothers-in-law, Otto and Volya Rinpoche, unfolds as they travel from Seattle to a family farm in North Dakota in a rickety pickup. This road trip serves as a transformative experience for Otto, an editor of food books, guided by the spiritual wisdom of Volya Rinpoche. Throughout their travels, they encounter various situations designed to help Otto achieve a deeper sense of peace and understanding.
From the bestselling author of From These Broken Streets comes a sweeping novel of love, resistance, and courage set against the backdrop of WWII Italy. Italy, 1943. The seeds of terror planted by Hitler have brought Allied forces to Italian soil. Young lovers separated by war--one near a Tuscan hill town, the other a soldier on the Sicilian front--will meet any challenge to reunite. Vittoria SanAntonio, the daughter of a prosperous vineyard owner, is caught in a web of family secrets. Defying her domineering father, she has fallen for humble vineyard keeper Carlo Conte. When Carlo is conscripted into Mussolini's army, it sets a fire in Vittoria, and she joins the resistance. As the Nazi war machine encroaches, Vittoria is drawn into dangers as unknowable as those faced by the man she loves. Badly wounded on the first day of the invasion, Carlo regains consciousness on a farm in Sicily. Nursed back to health by a kind family there, he embarks on an arduous journey north through his ravaged homeland. For Carlo and Vittoria, as wartime threats mount and their paths diverge, what lies ahead will test their courage as never before.