May 2019 — From Scratch: A Memoir of Love, Sicily, and Finding Home by Tembi Locke
What it's about: Saro is in love with an American woman, a black American woman, and his Sicilian parents don't approve. Despite his family's prejudices, Saro and Tembi build a happy life in Los Angeles and even adopt a baby girl. But it's not until Saro is fighting a battle with cancer that his family accepts Tembi and welcomes her into their home.
What Reese says: "This beautiful memoir takes us on Tembi's personal journey of love, parenthood, and ultimately the loss of her husband, Saro. She learns to heal in the most beautiful way — through the support of three generations of women — and yes, there's Italian food. Lots and lots of Italian food!"