Here is the cover to my new book, Sofia’s Tune, which will be published in November, the final book in the Ellis Island series following Grace’s Pictures and Annie’s Stories.
A Little Background
I directed this cover myself, it was designed by the talented Kim Draper, and photographed by my daughter-in-law Kelsey Thomson. The model is Kelsey’s long-time friend Kaitlan Livingston. I rented the costume from a local shop.
The Meaning
The dog in the story is named Luigi. He plays such an important role, he had to be on the cover. The music represents “tune,” the direction of our lives, the manner in which we orchestrate our plans.
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I would love to know what you think! (Description below)
In Sofia’s Tune, we meet Sofia Falcone, a young woman who has been living in New York only a short time when she is stunned to discover a family secret, one that soon sends her beloved mother into a mental institution. Scrambling to keep her job and care for her mother, Sofia is convinced confronting the past will heal all wounds, but her old world Italian family wants to keep the past in the past.
During this time, she encounters Antonio, a Vaudeville pianist with a street-smart dog, seeking to discover why his father was mysteriously killed. Their crossed paths uncover a frightening underworld in Little Italy. Bringing the truth to light may cost Sofia’s mother’s sanity, Antonio’s career, and the livelihoods of countless immigrants. Change is on the horizon, but it may not bring what they expect.
I think the cover is BEAUTIFUL!!! The story sounds really great,I will enjoy reading it I am SURE!!!
Thanks, Sue. Glad you like it!
I love the cover and look forward to reading the whole series! Should be clearing a few things off my plate here soon!
Hi Rebecca! Thanks for stopping by! I wonder how many people wait for the whole series to be out before beginning.
It is so serene, and beautiful. I haven’ read this series, but it is next on my list. Which means I will be starting it this weekend! Yeah!
Thanks so much, Sandra. I hope you enjoy it. Sofia’s life is not so serene, but…at the end…
Love the cover! Love the dog! Read the first book in the series and looking forward to reading the others.
Thanks so much, Grace!
Beautiful cover, well done. And the story sounds interesting, too!
Thank you, Terri!
This is a beautiful cover. I know the designer of the cover and her work is exceptional in whatever she designs. The story sounds interesting. I would love to read this book.
Patti
Thank you, Patti. I am honored to have had Kim work on this project!