An Italian Village Mystery Series: Books 1-3 (A Cozy Mystery Box Set Book 1)

thought love, charity and respect were the worthy things in society, not gossip,” Giò said. “Love, charity and respect are important values, but gossip is the glue that holds small communities together.

No matter how strong and independent they are, human beings have an innate need for validation and recognition, especially if it comes from someone with influence.