Lina Medaglia

The Demons of Aquilonia

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    “The strong narrative flow and exquisite use of poetic and lyrical language draws the reader into the vibrant folds of this novel, and creates compassionate connections with the characters that often took my breath away, made my heart stop. The novel reminds us of the complexity of the human condition, of the necessity of challenging the patriarchal and political status quo, and of the complex challenges that originate for women of first- and second-generation immigrant families, and even subsequent ones, from their birth places.” — Erika Hasebe-Ludt
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    “Be prepared to be transported into the world of Southern Italy to the sleepy sun drenched village of Aquilonia, a place rich in lies, betrayal, secrets and family tradition. With an engaging voice and a flair for dialogue, Lina Medaglia creates characters and stories, layer after layer that engage and disturb. In the style of Nino Ricci, she paints a vivid portrait of an Italian village and its villagers that you will not forget. A wonderful read by an appealing storyteller.” — Maria Coletta McLean, author of My Father Came From Italy.

Events

***Festitalia.  The Pearl Company, 16 Steven Street.

Hamilton, Ontario

September 29, 2009, 7:00 PM

Lina will be reading from “The Demons of Aquilonia”

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***Draft Series.  The Blue Moon Cafe, 725 Queen Street East (at Broadview).

Toronto, Ontario

October 4, 2009, 4:00 to 6:00 PM

Lina will be reading from “The Demons of Aquilonia”

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***The Toronto Women’s Bookstore, 73 Harbord Street

Toronto, Ontario

November 26, 2009, 7:00 PM

Lina will be reading from “The Demons of Aquilonia”

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***Supermarket Restaurant and Bar, 268 Augusta Avenue

Toronto, Ontario

January 19, 2010, 7:00 PM

(Not so) NICE ITALIAN GIRLS AND FRIENDS

featuring: michelle alfano, valentino assenza, desi di nardo, luciano iacobelli, nyla matuk, lina medaglia, giovanna riccio

Lina will be reading from “The Demons of Aquilonia”

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***Lola’s Commissary, 634 Church Street

Toronto, Ontario

June 10, 2010, 7:00 PM

(Not so) NICE ITALIAN GIRLS AND FRIENDS

featuring: dianne bracuk, beatriz hausner, michelle alfano, lina medaglia, giovanna riccio and the music of Tom Garrett

Lina will be reading from “The Demons of Aquilonia”

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One Response to “Events”

  1. kirali said

    Ciao, Marilena,
    Thank you for your interest in my site and in my novel. I love the name “Aquilonia,” as it has personal significance for me. That is why I used it as the name of a fictional town in Calabria. Although we might be related (is your family name the same as mine?), I don’t know of any relatives of mine who live in the actual (beautiful, by the way!) Aquilonia. Tell me more….
    Lina

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