Il Bel Centro: A Year in the Beautiful Center

“Top 10 Fascinating Books about Living in a Foreign Country” --Huffington Post

Fall under the spell of an Italian village.

Il Bel Centro: A Year in the Beautiful Center is the story of an American family coming-of-age in a medieval hill town.

With a moving and unabashedly honest style, Michelle Damiani immerses the reader in authentic village life by opening the door to an Italy rarely glimpsed by passing travelers. Live vicariously through hilarious moments, joyful discoveries, dramatic upheavals, embarrassing miscommunications, and mouth-watering meals. This is, after all, Italy, where a good lunch will take one straight through till dinner.

At once uplifting and enchanting, this spellbinding journey feeds the soul as it sweeps readers into the heart of Italy.

Turning the last page of Il Bel Centro, the breathtaking tale inspires a sense that we have all discovered a home in the green hills of Umbria.

“A magical read.”

“I absolutely couldn’t get enough of this book.”

“I was instantly transported to Italy.”

“This is one of the most beautiful books I’ve ever read.”

“Could not put it down.”

“I just want more." 

Il Bel Centro: A Year in the Beautiful Center includes recipes for delicious Umbrian dishes as well as professional-quality photographs.

Amazon Bestseller in Italian Travel
“Top 10 Fascinating Books about Living in a Foreign Country” --Huffington Post

"I was not prepared for Italy.

Luckily, Italy was waiting for me anyway."