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~ Susan Diplacido (Author)
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What happens when a charming, out-of-work actor is tapped to wine, dine, and romance an attractive young woman, but he ends up falling for her sister instead? Val Antonucci, a pretty, vivacious twenty-something is quickly becoming jaded. In an effort to strengthen Val's trusting side and spice up her love-life, her older brother and sister hire the new waiter at their trattoria, Danny Alvieri, to woo her. But real sparks soon fly between Danny and Val's sister, the laid-back Lucy. Adding heat to the stew is the fact that the trattoria is in financial trouble. While Val is relatively unconcerned about this as she collects her paycheck without bothering to clock in most days, Lucy and her brother Cy have to struggle to make ends meet and fend off aggressive competitors. When their plans start to unravel, the sibling rivalry starts to boil over, and everyone involved is going to have to struggle and pull together if they plan on a feast instead of famine.

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  • Paperback: 284 pages
  • Publisher: Mundania Press, LLC (February 13, 2005)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 1594260818
  • ISBN-13: 978-1594260810
  • Product Dimensions: 9 x 6 x 0.8 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 15.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #1,838,260 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars Very enjoyable book, February 25, 2005
Trattoria is a wonderfully fun book. It's funny (I found myself laughing out loud several times), sexy, romantic and so enjoyable that as soon as I finished it, I turned right back to the beginning and started it again. If you're looking for a book that is engaging and full of life, then Trattoria is for you!
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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars Trattoria is a great book! , February 25, 2005
I really enjoyed Trattoria and found the writing to be very engaging and funny. The story was extremely entertaining and moved quickly from beginning to end, but didn't feel rushed. The characters were fleshed out and realistic and I enjoyed getting to know each of them and their individual stories. I really liked Trattoria and I look forward to reading more of this author's work.
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars wild and crazy - a great read!, April 5, 2005
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Wild and crazy things happen in Vegas. Sometimes folks just want to forget they were ever there. And sometimes Vegas won't let them forget, or even let them leave. For Lucy, Val and Cyrus, Vegas means the family restaurant, family squabbles and good old Italian family values. For Alex, Tony, Josie and Danny, Vegas means new beginnings, new friendships and honest to goodness real love. For everyone involved, it's a sure bet and the only way to gamble.

Lucy is the glue for this family and the book centers around her even while it shines the spotlight on her gorgeous sister Val. Even through troubles with a land hungry developer, undercooked chicken and a sleazy bank officer Lucy somehow manages to overcome it all and help everyone else in the process. Will the family lose the dream of doing business in sin city? Will Lucy continue to lose herself in her passion of cooking? Will Cyrus stop searching for happiness in money and focus on real life? And what will happen to Danny - will he be able to get a break and make it as an actor, or will he be stuck waiting tables and flirting with disaster? What's more important though is the question of whether Lucy will allow herself to love, be loved and to overcome the pain of her sister stealing her fiancé.

Trattoria is a hot novel full of fun, fantasy and a fantastic family. The shouting of an Italian family is the sign of abundant love, even when it comes down to the groom getting a punch to the jaw. Susan DiPlacido offers readers a chance to escape to Vegas, have a few rounds and enjoy the ride. This book is just packed with the stories that make for a memorable read, and just the sort of thing you might expect when reading about the strip - save the heavy gambling. Lust, love, giddy happiness and deep depression are just a few of the emotions this book portrays. All things will pass, and eventually can be laughed about - even a three-carat diamond ring. Not everything that happens in Vegas can be spoken of, but you can read about it all right here.
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5.0 out of 5 stars "Trattoria" is a fun ride
In "Trattoria," Susan DiPlacido presents a different side of Las Vegas than she does in her other novel "24/7. Read more
Published on June 23, 2005 by constant reader

5.0 out of 5 stars What would Jane Austen think?
This wild and crazy romance, filled with passion and sex and family jealousies, set in the middle of America's sinful dream city, Las Vegas, uses all the devices we've been seeing... Read more
Published on April 22, 2005 by William R. Hamilton

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Susan DiPlacido doesn't pull any punches. She has given us a love story - a contemporary work sprinkled with sibling interaction, family connections and more than a few chuckles... Read more
Published on April 19, 2005 by Maryjo E. Holland

2.0 out of 5 stars Trattoria
Tired of seeing their flighty sister's heart broken due to her shallow choices, Cy and Lucy decide to help her by buying her a date with Dan, an aspiring actor who earns a living... Read more
Published on February 23, 2005 by AK

2.0 out of 5 stars Trattoria
Tired of seeing their flighty sister's heart broken due to her shallow choices, Cy and Lucy decide to help her by buying her a date with Dan, an aspiring actor who earns a living... Read more
Published on February 23, 2005 by AK

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