
Love & Gelato follows 17-year-old Lina Emerson as she navigates profound grief after her mother's passing. To honor her mother's last wish, Lina spends the summer in Rome, Italy, before starting college. Initially reluctant and withdrawn, Lina's journey takes an unexpected turn when she finds her mother's old journal. This diary, chronicling her mother's own youthful adventures in Italy, becomes Lina's guide, leading her to explore the vibrant culture, discover new friendships, experience first love, and ultimately unearth surprising family secrets, including the identity of her biological father. The book beautifully blends themes of grief, self-discovery, and the excitement of new experiences, offering a poignant yet hopeful narrative for young adults.
"After her mother dies, Lina travels to Italy where she discovers her mother's journal and sets off on an adventure to unearth her mother's secrets"--