In Recycled Lives, Anyez G. Lorenzi crafts a narrative centered around the tumultuous life of Selvaggia Fedele, an artist of Italian descent grappling with profound personal tragedies and destructive choices. Selvaggia’s life, marred by the early loss of her mother and her father’s subsequent suicide, spirals further into chaos due to her involvement with drugs, neglecting her responsibilities as a mother and wife. Despite her husband Luca’s best efforts, Selvaggia seems irretrievably lost to him.

The story intensifies when a drunken Selvaggia causes a fatal accident, leading to a potential criminal charge and pushing Luca to the brink of seeking a divorce. However, his commitment to their daughter and lingering feelings for Selvaggia hold him back. The accident triggers an unexpected twist: Selvaggia loses her memory, setting off a series of events that lead to the resurfacing of old wounds.

Recycled Lives delves into themes of spirituality and redemption, weaving intense emotional undercurrents throughout the narrative. Initially, I believe Selvaggia’s character might strike readers as somewhat unsympathetic, but a deeper understanding of her past sheds light on her complexities, making her more relatable. The novel’s pace is measured, focusing more on character development and emotional depth than fast-paced suspense. This slower rhythm allows readers to fully engage with the intricacies of the relationships and the characters’ evolutions. The book’s spiritual dimension enriches the narrative with a unique depth, and while it presents a distinctive flavor that might not align with every reader’s taste, Lorenzi’s masterful characterization and the novel’s emotional depth are sure to captivate those drawn to modern fiction with a spiritual twist.

Recycled Lives, by Anyez G. Lorenzi, is a meticulously crafted journey into the human spirit’s capacity for change and resilience, offering a compelling experience even as some characters naturally recede, allowing the central story to shine in a novel of substantial, engaging length. It is a recommended read for those who appreciate a journey through the complexities of the soul and the consequences of life’s choices.

Pages: 539 | ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0CPVRF3TD