Screenwriter and Novelist Marguerite Ashton Receives Rave Reviews from Mafia Novel Taylini: A Family Saga
Taylini: A Family Saga is the recently published debut novel by talented new author and screenwriter Marguerite Ashton.

/New Hampshire News Articles/ - Aurora, CO, March 20, 2005 -- Taylini: A Family Saga is the recently published debut novel by talented new author and screenwriter Marguerite Ashton.

The Taylini's are an Italian family who struggle to keep their family together, while having to endure emotional and physical pain as they accept the ups and downs that come along with the mafia life they have chosen. Sonny and Bobby, the two older sons, fight with their parents to keep the women they love, Rachel and Renee, who are labeled "not suitable," in their lives, while at the same time doing what is expected of them, learning the ropes for when it's their turn to become "Don" of the family. Nora works very hard to keep the peace in the family, making sure her husband, the "Don," their three sons and oldest daughter, Rebecca, stick together as one. Bella, the baby of the family, does her parents proud by marrying the man they have chosen. However, she still has her own dilemma to deal with. As the family gets caught up in a family war with their enemies, they must decide what is more important, power or family.

A sampling of the reviews:

'Taylini: A Family Saga is a fast-paced drama that takes you right into a mafia family. In this well written story, the reader is taken deep into not only the strong family ties, but also the struggles this family must endure. This is a great story and is highly recommended.'

Sherry Moore, Shadows of the Past

'I was a bit skeptical at first to buy the book, seeing a mafia book listed under fiction. But I am glad I did. Ms. Ashton took the time to explain in detail the situation her characters experienced. I also enjoy the fact that there was not a lot of violence. Of course there is revenge in the mafia fashion, but she kept it to a minimum. What caught my eye was Don Taylini and his wife have this relationship involving business and family. They understand one another. All five children bring their own little drama to the book, except for two, Bobby and Sonny. They are both fighting for the same thing, to be with the women they love, which I might add Don Taylini and Nora staunchly disapprove of. The book was suggested by a friend at work, and I thought it would be a yawner. It did the opposite. At the end of each chapter, she left cliff hangers that made you want to continue to the next chapter.'

Tim Taylor-Avid Book Reader

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