Open up Niki Pellegrino’s novel and step into the magical atmosphere of 1950s Rome—enjoy the unique charm of narrow stone streets, fountains, and squares. Tourists think that those who live here must have drawn a lucky ticket. Serafina was born in the Eternal City, but she is sure that her life is nothing remarkable. She has a dream—to meet Mario Lanza, the famous American singer, and to hear his voice. And one day fate gives her a chance to see her idol.
After meeting Mario and his family, Serafina realizes that life is not a film strip, and that her idol is not immune to anything human, either.