Books by Michael Iasiello

Serafina, a young woman growing up in Italy after World War Two, dreams of a better life for herself. When her neighbour comes back into her life, hope springs anew and she envisions a better life for herself.All is taken away when she learns she is to be married to a man living in Australia. A man she does not know and who is dealing with demons from his own past.Serafina's dreams and visions cannot prepare her for the challenges she is to face ­- love, loss, and betrayal that spans the generations to her grandson Anthony.Praise for Hearts TakenRaw and genuine. A story that conveys the twists and turns of life with a charming wonder and romance. Serafina and Anthony are uplifting characters, reminding us that sometimes our darkest moments are our strongest. - Melissah Picca An emotional generational coming of age drama worth reading, Hearts Taken takes you on a journey with its characters and leaves you wanting more. - Julie Postance