Now and Then In Tuscany

Where do journeys end? Now and Then in Tuscany, a sequel to Tuscan Roots, carries on the story of Anna and Francesco Starnucci with their family in the Apennines. Interwoven are the adventures of Giuseppe (Francesco’s grandfather) and his winter journeys from the mountains down to the Tuscan plains, herding sheep and cattle to better grazing. This transumanza lasted five months and encompassed many hardships, including the ever-present threat of malaria, bandits and a long period of separation from family. Each generation is on a journey of self-awareness. Giuseppe finds companionship and romance through his trials, while Anna’s family have each to find their own way through the maze of present-day dilemmas. And just as Anna uncovered secrets about her own past in Tuscan Roots, it is Francesco who now makes a surprising discovery about his own identity “Delicately crafted descriptions of the sights, sounds and tastes of Tuscany. A truly sensational feast” "Angela has a very vivid,natural and direct way of writing...moving and interesting... with lovely touches of humour..." - Julia Gregson, best-selling author of East of the Sun Angela Petch lives half the year in Tuscany and the other six months in West Sussex. An incurable people-watcher, she believes there are still many untold stories out there waiting to be shared. So she is quite unashamed about striking up conversation with strangers whenever she travels. A prize-winning author,Now and Then in Tuscany is her second novel and forms the final part of a two-book series set in the stunning Tuscan region.