The book that changed how I see the world is: Va’ dove ti porta il cuore (Follow your heart) by Susanna Tamaro.
"This is the book I turned to every time I faced a big decision. It always reminded me to follow my heart, the ultimate guide for life’s crucial moments."
The book I’ve read more than once (or twice) is: Memoirs of a Geisha by Arthur Golden.
"It captures the strength of a woman who rises from a difficult fate, a powerful story I never tire of revisiting."
The book I gift all my friends is: The Little Prince by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry
"Because there’s no greater gift than seeing the world through the eyes of a child, with wonder and pure imagination."
The book that reminds me of my childhood is: Making Love by Paolo Maurensig.
"Both the words and the music (the film adaptation) take me back to my youth, evoking a time filled with nostalgia and simplicity."
The book I never finished, but want to is: Lord of the Rings by J.R. Tolkien.
"It both captivated and frightened me to the point where I had to remove it from my room, but I still hope to finish it one day."
The book that inspired my career is: Stay Hungry, Stay Foolish by Rashmi Bansal.
"It taught me that every success is just the beginning of something greater, pushing me to always stay curious and keep evolving."
The book that taught me everything about love is: Wuthering Heights by Emily Brontë.
"It reveals the complexities of love—how it can both destroy and redeem, teaching me that love is never simple."
The book that’s always on my nightstand is: Una torta per dirti addio – vita (e ricette) di Nora Ephron (A Cake to Say Goodbye – Life and Recipes of Nora Ephron) by Angela Frenda.
"It’s a beautiful mix of wisdom and food, reminding me of the importance of sharing life’s simple pleasures with friends who change your world."
If I were an Assouline book, I would be: Italian Chic by Andrea Ferolla and Daria Reina.
"Because I celebrate Italy’s timeless beauty, just like this book beautifully captures the essence of its style."