Finding Leda (The Italian Saga: Volume 5) — Audiobook Edition

“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) enters college with one mission: build a happy life entirely on her own terms. Recovering from an eating disorder and finally at peace with her oddities, she's convinced independence is the ultimate shield. Who needs romance when you're busy navigating a demanding genetic engineering degree?

But life in Milan has other plans.

Between scooter rides through fashionable city streets and moments of quiet clarity beside breathtaking northern lakes, Lee's world gets beautifully, comically chaotic. Just when she's decided love is a dangerous distraction, she stumbles straight into her soulmate.

Now comes the ultimate experiment: can a fiercely independent scientist-in-the-making let someone into her world without losing herself?

Immerse yourself in the music, atmosphere, and distinctive spirit of 1990s Europe with Finding Leda, a funny, heartfelt coming-of-age story blending sharp humor, emotional depth, and the messy business of building a life that feels like your own.

Inside this story, you'll discover:

• '90s nostalgia and the distinctive atmosphere of Northern Italy, narrated by the author (with an Italian accent lol).
• A witty heroine navigating college, science, and the search for happiness.
• Self-discovery, chosen family, and the courage to let love in.
• A soulmate romance that complicates every rule Lee has made for herself.

Perfect for fans of The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel and I'll Give You the Sun, Finding Leda is an emotional, funny, and empowering journey about discovering who you are—and learning that letting people in doesn't mean losing yourself.

The fifth installment of The Italian Saga, Finding Leda can be enjoyed as a standalone.