Letters from the Olive Tree
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Letters from the Olive Tree
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Narrated by:
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Larry Bull
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By:
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Reese Balducci
About this listen
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From the rolling hills of Tuscany to the bustling streets of America, Giovanni Olivi’s journey is one of heartache, sacrifice, and unwavering love. As the second son of a poor farming family, Giovanni is bound by tradition and forced to leave behind his beloved Ersilia Innocenti to seek fortune abroad. But what begins as a promise of a better life soon becomes a harrowing tale of the immigrant experience, defined by grueling labor, poverty, and separation.
Amidst the sweat and sorrow, Giovanni and Ersilia’s love endures through the letters they exchange, each one a testament to their unbreakable bond. As Giovanni faces the ultimate test of his promise beneath the olive tree, listeners will be swept away by the raw emotion and vivid prose that bring his journey from Italy to the American South to life.
With its timeless themes of love, land, and resilience, Letters from the Olive Tree is a must-listen for fans of historical fiction and literary fiction. If you enjoyed The Nightingale or James, you won’t want to miss this powerful and poignant Italian historical fiction short story.
©2025 Reese Balducci (P)2025 Reese BalducciCritic reviews
Winner of the 2025 Best Book Award for Fiction Novelette by the American Book Fest
Winner of the 2025 Storytrade Book Awards for Regional Fiction