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Not just your average 'two couples take a vacation together in Italy' book but a story of disintegrating marriages told by each member of the foursome in alternating chapters. A Pulitzer Prize winning author, a floundering writer, a restaurateur, a hyper obsessed, vigilant mother and an inscrutable child all intertwine. The drama plays out on the island of Sicily, far from the comfort of home and familiar surroundings. Secrets, lies, ego, denial all braid together and although things veer a bit toward soap opera, the horrific result of unintended consequences makes this a great read. Ephron has a knack for writing genuine conversation, creating tension, and creates beautiful descriptions of places. I sensed where the plot was going before I should have. A horrific event but then ------