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The Blind Contessa's New Machine: A Novel

2 Ratings: 4.0

A book by Carey Wallace

This charming and refreshingly modest debut hinges on a romantic triangle consisting of a blind contessa, her aristocratic husband, and an eccentric inventor. As Carolina Fantoni and Pietro prepare for their wedding in early 19th-century Italy, she tells … see full wiki

Tags: Books, Cafe Libri, Historical Fiction, Romance Books, Historical Romance

Author: Carey Wallace

Genre: Fiction

Publisher: Pamela Dorman Books

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review by k_groh. August 26, 2010

posted in Cafe Libri: Reviewing Books & More

Fun and Charming Story

This was a fun little romantic story. It was well written, easy to get through and entertaining. There were times that it dragged a little. It is not a face paced, action packed story but it is not claiming to be. The premise is unique but ends up with a centuries old twist. I really liked the characters and hated that the Carolina was going blind. It was a slow process and the description of it gave me a real sense of what she was going through. I … more

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review by bridget3420. July 12, 2010

Bridget's Review

Carolina's eyesight is growing dim. Neither her husband-to-be nor her parents acknowledge this fact, but Carolina has found a way to accept what has happened. When her sight is completely gone, she escapes the real world into a land of endless possibilities. She says goodbye to real life and enters a world where she can fly free. The only person who is truly there for Carolina is Turri. When he constructs the first typewriter, for her, they tumble into a passionate love affair. I … more

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