"Ciao Amore Mio" - An Italian Discovery...The Tale of Gabby and Gio

Novella update:

"A contemporary journey to self-discovery with a mix of romance and intrigue along the way."

I am working with a local editor/publisher on the main phase of editing the manuscript. If all goes well, the plan is to have the paperback available wherever books are sold by the upcoming holiday season. Scary and exciting! Stay tuned.

The story synopsis is...

In the heart of Tuscany’s rolling hills and ancient olive groves, Gio Marzo embarks on an unexpected journey of self-discovery. As love, loyalty, and heartbreak converge, he faces truths he never anticipated.

Gio, a nomadic travel writer, and skilled golf hustler, has always lived for the next adventure—until he met Gabriella "Gabby" Rosetti.

Gabby has dedicated her life to transforming her family’s agriturismo, La Terre Felice, into a thriving retreat. Beneath her outward success, however, she battles a life-threatening autoimmune disease, a challenge she suffers alone each time Gio departs.

Their initial meeting in the village of San Gimignano sparks an intense connection between Gio’s free-spirited nature and Gabby’s unwavering passion for her home.

But as Gio’s restlessness resurfaces, he finds himself torn between the magnetic life he’s building with Gabby and his unending desire to explore the world. Every time he leaves, Gabby must shoulder the burden of her illness and the responsibilities of La Terre Felice on her own.

When Gio covers the Ryder Cup in Rome, he becomes entangled in a dangerous scheme involving Valentina, the cunning daughter of the corrupt land baron Giulio Mazocca.

Drugged and blackmailed, Gio is forced to face Mazocca’s golf prodigy in a high-stakes competition that could determine the fate of La Terre Felice. With the help of his best friend, Franco, Gio confronts not only his opponent but also the truth about what he stands to lose.

Set against the stunning landscapes of Tuscany and the vibrant energy of Rome, The Tale of Gabby and Gio is a story of identity, self-discovery, and the struggle to reconcile one’s desires with the realities of life.

Gio’s journey pushes him to confront his deepest fears. Will he realize too late whether some things are worth staying for?

J.A. Marz