Under the Tuscan Blunder
One Baby, Two Italian Citizenships, and Three Houses
by Richard Lucchesi
In this captivating memoir, Lucchesi chronicles his leap into Italian life: navigating impossible bureaucracy, renovating crumbling houses, battling language barriers, and grappling with a culture that both welcomed and confounded him. Along the way, he builds a home, welcomes the birth of his son, and wrestles with the complexities of belonging as he pursues Italian citizenship.
Grandma Backpacks Italy
Italian Comedy Memoir Short Story - Book 2
by Richard Lucchesi
What happens when a fearless grandma, armed with only a carry-on and a questionable sense of direction, takes on Italy? Chaos, comedy, and carb-loading, of course! In Grandma Backpacks Italy, one adventurous grandmother joins our family in a whirlwind tour of Italy—losing her credit card on day one, and nearly donating her phone to an Italian pickpocket. And that's just the beginning. Buckle up—things are about to get hilariously out of hand!
Cadere Dalle Nuvole
Un Bambino, Due Cittadinanze Italiane e Tre Case
by Richard Lucchesi
Cadere Dalle Nuvole racconta la storia (vera!) di una famiglia americana che sognava vigneti, pasta fatta in casa e passeggiate romantiche… e invece si è ritrovata con idraulici impazziti, scartoffie infinite e una quantità di figure barbine da record.Seguendo Richard tra uffici comunali, ristrutturazioni surreali e momenti di panico linguistico, questo memoir è una commedia di errori così assurda da sembrare inventata. Ma ogni pagina è vera.Dalla nascita di un figlio in Italia alla conquista della cittadinanza, tra cadute, gaffe e incredibili scoperte, questo libro è un viaggio fuori di testa… ma col cuore.Benvenuti in Italia. Ma senza filtri.
Une Belle Pagaille Italienne
Un BéBé, Deux Nationalités Italiennes et Trois Maisons
by Richard Lucchesi
Une Belle Pagaille Italienne est le récit complètement déjanté d’une famille américaine qui pensait vivre la dolce vita – et qui a surtout appris à survivre à la sauce italienne.Entre tuyaux qui explosent, paperasse interminable, dialogues improbables avec des voisins trop curieux et des traductions catastrophiques, Richard nous embarque dans une aventure hilarante (et 100% vraie).Ce n’est pas un guide de voyage. C’est un crash-test de la vie en Italie, avec un bébé dans les bras, un visa en jeu, et un accent à couper au couteau.À lire absolument si vous aimez l’Italie, les galères, et les histoires qu’on ne peut pas inventer.
Grandma Backpacks Sicily
Italian Comedy Memoir Short Story
by Richard Lucchesi
What happens when you drop a fearless grandma, a sleep-deprived toddler, and two jet-lagged parents into the spicy chaos of southern Italy? You get Grandma Backpacks Sicily — the latest wildly true, hilariously unfiltered chapter in a family saga that proves age is just a number… until you're climbing volcanoes with arthritic knees.Fresh off her last Italian adventure, Grandma’s back — with her tiny carry-on, an oversized sunhat, and a determination to conquer Sicily like it’s her retirement plan. From dodging rogue Vespas in Palermo to nearly fainting on the way up Mount Etna, this trip turns into a no-holds-barred travel tornado filled with laughs, gelato, and glorious confusion.If you’ve ever dreamed of Sicily, feared for your ankles on cobblestone streets, or traveled with someone who doesn’t know what “inside voice” means — this one’s for you.Grandma’s back. And Sicily will never be the same.
The Olive Oil Seduction
A Drizzle of Desire, A Dash of Danger
by Richard Lucchesi
Cassidy moved to Italy for a fresh start. Instead, a double-booked guesthouse mishap sends her deep into the Tuscan countryside—straight into a crumbling villa, a swarm of bees, and the path of a maddeningly attractive local named Adriano.Adriano makes honey, speaks in riddles, and might just be the most frustratingly handsome man Cassidy has ever met. But as she’s pulled deeper into the mystery surrounding Luciana’s past, Cassidy uncovers hidden letters, coded recipes, and whispers of a life lived in the shadows.The village is charming. The locals are nosy. And, the wine is excellent. But something’s off. As Cassidy digs deeper, so does her connection with Adriano. But the closer she gets to the truth, the more dangerous it becomes—for her heart and her safety.Love simmers. Secrets bubble over. And in the heart of Italy, nothing stays buried forever.
The Balsamic Betrayal
A Tuscan Thriller Where Every Lie is Aged to Perfection
by Richard Lucchesi
She came to Italy for answers. What she found was betrayal—aged, bottled, and ready to explode.Cassidy Moore is back—and the secrets are getting stickier. After uncovering a mysterious past tied to her host’s vineyard, she follows a trail of old letters, coded recipes, and one suspicious death straight into the heart of Modena. Balsamic country.But someone else is watching.With every step closer to the truth, Cassidy risks everything: her safety, her heart, and the one person who might finally understand her.Because in Italy, betrayal isn’t always loud. Sometimes, it’s sweet, slow... and aged to perfection.Romance. Intrigue. Tuscan landscapes. And a mystery dripping in vinegar and vengeance.
Fans of The Olive Oil Seduction will devour Book 2 in this addictive series.
The Truffle Revelation
Secrets Don’t Stay Buried
by Richard Lucchesi
A truffle hunt in the Italian hills was supposed to be romantic. It wasn't supposed to unearth a body.Cassidy Moore is finally catching her breath—until a mysterious invitation drags her deep into Italy’s truffle country. Adriano is back at her side, but his secrets run as deep as the roots beneath the oaks. And when an unearthed clue links Luciana’s hidden past to a long-forgotten political betrayal, Cassidy realizes: the truth has been buried for decades—along with the people who tried to expose it.Now someone is watching. Following. Closing in.Between lavish wine tastings, suspicious locals, and a coded journal no one was meant to find, Cassidy must uncover what lies beneath the surface—before the next grave is hers.Darkly funny, wildly romantic, and dripping with Italian atmosphere, The Truffle Revelation is Book 3 in the bestselling mystery series that proves some flavors are best left untouched.
Gunshots and Gelato
One Scoop of Danger, Two Shots of Revenge
by Richard Lucchesi
She wanted a scoop of pistachio. She got a scoop of murder.Cassidy Moore didn’t come to Italian Riviera for gunfights. She came for the gelato. But when a beloved gelato vendor drops dead mid-festival—face-first into his own cone—Cassidy and her sinfully handsome partner-in-crime-solving Adriano are once again thrown into the thick of it.This time, the clues are sticky. The suspects are spicy. And the danger? Melting faster than a double scoop in July.Armed with only a Vespa, red lipstick, and Adriano’s “distractingly tight” trousers, Cassidy dives headfirst into a sugar-coated mystery of lies, lust, and lethal desserts. Behind every scoop lurks a secret. And behind every kiss… a motive.Will they catch the killer before someone else gets iced? Or will Cassidy’s love life—and her actual life—end up six feet under a mountain of stracciatella?Welcome to Book Four of the Pasta & Passion Mysteries series: hotter, more dangerous, and tastier than ever.
