Publisher's Synopsis
Two Italian boys, Mario and Franco were destined to live two opposite lives ... until chance brings them together at a young age. Later in their lives, Mario inherits a small olive grove in Italy, while Franco inherits a lovely home and large olive grove in Italy, but also, a home and real estate business in England. Meeting while young, none of this matters. Mario introduces Franco to the world of nature and their youth is hilarious. Mario, in his late twenties, encounters tragedy bringing new friends, romance, and other characters, as the story follows a little orphan girl, Maria, through her journey of finding her life's story. While Mario is accused of a terrible crime Franco is there with his consoling love, and money. Mario and Franco, while enjoying their wine, banter with one another adding lots of joy and laughter to their conversation.
