The Seven or Eight Deaths of Stella Fortuna is a unique and emotional journey centered around the life (and many near deaths) of Stella Fortuna. Born in a small countryside village in Italy, we watch Stella grow and develop into a beautiful, independent, hardworking young woman. After experiencing trauma at the hands of men in her past, Stella does not want to follow the normal course expected of women like her, and she rebuffs marriage and raising a family. This was a powerful look at the roles of women and the impact of trauma. The book is full of trigger warnings (child loss, rape, physical and sexual abuse, homophobia, infertility) as the Fortuna family faces countless heartbreaking and challenging situations. Though Stella's life was full of hardship, abuse, and mishaps, it was also full of beauty, love, and family#fiction#hardcover#italy#family#familydrama