Must have read book one to appreciate book two in the series. Trigiani is a seemingly effortless storyteller. The book is also sad in places, especially as we lose one of the characters. New York Times Bestseller Delightful, energetic. They learn how to play to each other's strengths and forgive each other's weaknesses. I like how the relationship between Valentine and Albert develops. My favorite part of this story is packing day and the whole family joining together to lovingly wrap the shoes and send them to their customers in customized packing (starting on page 162).

The family dynamics continue in this lovable, extended family. Very Valentine is the first book The Supreme Macaroni Company is the third.

(From the publisher.) This is the second book in the Valentine Trilogy. Valentine is struggling to grow-up while deciding what she really wants from life - a successful career or love and a family of her own. Our Reading Guide for Brava, Valentine by Adriana Trigiani includes Book Club Discussion Questions, Book Reviews, Plot Summary-Synopsis and Author Bio. Brava, Valentine, Trigiani's best novel yet, delivers a hilarious and poignant mix of colorful worlds and unforgettable characters as only she can create them. They go head to head in business decisions as a new shoe is being designed and a production factory being located to handle mass production that will bring financial stability to the company.Ī surprise is waiting in Buenos Aires as it is discovered that there is a second branch of the family that no one knows about that also creates quality shoes and could be the answer that the New York store has been searching for. Gram is leaving for Italy to marry her long-time friend and lover leaving the company in the hands of Valentine and her brother Albert. Sequel to Very Valentine (c2009) - Brava, Valentine (c2010) continues Valentine's story as she meets challenge after challenge in taking control of the Angelini Shoe Company. Trigiani is a seemingly effortless storyteller.

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