A review by dreesreads
First Words: A Childhood in Fascist Italy by Rosetta Loy

emotional informative sad slow-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? No
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

3.0

In this memoir Loy explores her childhood memories of 1936-1943 Rome, and considers them against truth she learned post-War. She also explores primary sources (some released decades after the war) to look at the Church’s involvement/denial. Popes Pius XI vs Pius XII.