Finding Leda (The Italian Saga, Book 5), ebook
“Another charming entry in this relatable and addictive series.”—Kirkus Reviews
“I was moved by the intensity of the feelings coming out of these pages…”—The Book Club
“What a powerful novel and powerful voice! Empowering, thought-provoking and enlightening all at once.”—Cami Hensley
She’s armed with logic, science, and a healthy dose of sarcasm. But finding herself might mean breaking her own rules.
Northern Italy, 1997. Lee (Leda Balni) has one mission as she enters college: build a happy life entirely on her own terms. Recovering from an eating disorder and finally at peace with her oddities, she's determined to prove that independence is the ultimate shield. Who needs romance when you're navigating a demanding genetic engineering degree?
But life in Milan has other plans.
From zipping through fashionable city streets on her scooter to seeking quiet clarity beside breathtaking northern lakes, Lee's world gets beautifully, comically chaotic. Just as she classifies love as a dangerous distraction, she stumbles straight into her soulmate.
Now comes the ultimate experiment: can a fiercely self-reliant scientist-in-the-making let someone into her world without losing herself?
Blending '90s nostalgia, sharp humor, and heartfelt introspection, Finding Leda is a funny, empowering coming-of-age story about the messy business of building a life that feels like your own—and discovering that letting people in doesn't mean losing yourself.
Why you'll love Finding Leda:
- '90s nostalgia: Experience the music, atmosphere, and distinctive spirit of European youth culture in the late 1990s.
- Self-discovery and chosen family: Explore identity, women in STEM, and the life-changing bonds that help us become who we're meant to be.
- A quest for joy: A witty, deeply honest exploration of what it takes to build happiness from the ground up.
Perfect for fans of The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel and I'll Give You the Sun, Finding Leda blends emotional depth, sharp wit, and star-crossed love into an unforgettable journey of self-discovery.
The fifth installment of The Italian Saga, Finding Leda can be read as a standalone.