London, UK – On Thursday 27 November, 2025, author Linda Lo Scuro released her latest novel, “The Sicilian Woman’s Daughter.” The book combines elements of feuds, fragility, and family ties to create a gripping story of intrigue and betrayal.
Mary, the protagonist, has found peace in her retirement in a posh London neighborhood, far from her traumatic past in Italy. However, when trouble strikes her family, she is forced to return to Sicily, where she confronts the demons of her past. Her scheming aunt, who cooks up revenge alongside her lasagnas and éclairs, draws Mary into a web of old mafia ties and family drama.
As Mary grapples with her past, she also faces uncomfortable truths about her present life. She realizes that the only way to find peace is to confront the broken parts of herself that she has been avoiding.
Lo Scuro expertly weaves intrigue and imagery in this poignant tale of family, friendships, and old mafia ties. The novel is filled with love, laughter, and devilry, making it a hard-to-put-down read.
Reviews for “The Sicilian Woman’s Daughter” have been overwhelmingly positive. The Midwest Book Review describes it as “an extraordinary and inherently riveting read” and highly recommends it for contemporary general fiction collections. A librarian in Canada also praises the book, saying, “It was fascinating to read about how different her lives were depending on where she was or who she was that day. This is an addictive read from page one to last and thoroughly enjoyable.”
For more information and further reviews of “The Sicilian Woman’s Daughter,” visit the book’s website at https://www.sparklingbooks.com/the_sicilian_womans_daughter.html. To learn more about Linda Lo Scuro and her other titles, visit her publisher’s website at https://www.sparklingbooks.com.