“The Girl Who Became Light” by Mariagrazia Marrone: emotion and truth at the Ubik bookshop. An intense and emotional evening took place at the Ubik bookshop in Cosenza, where the book "The Girl Who Became Light" by Maria Grazia Marrone, published by CTL Editore of Livorno, was presented. This work delicately and profoundly addresses the theme of childhood violence and the long journey toward rebirth. The author shared with the audience a tale of pain and courage, in which light becomes a metaphor for healing and awareness. Through measured words and poetic images, the story invites reflection on the transformative power of memory and listening. The meeting, moderated by Francesco Kostner, featured contributions from Papas Pietro Lanza, Francesca Librandi, and Daniela Santelli. The intense and moving readings were given by Antonella Monaco. The large audience attentively and enthusiastically followed the dialogue around the theme ofopera.
"The Girl Who Became Light": Stella, the book's protagonist
The author, with a calm and emotional voice, recounted the genesis of the novel and the most intimate meaning of her writing, providing a moment of authentic connection and reflection. Stella is not only the book's protagonist, but the symbol of a silent force capable of transforming wounds into a path. Darkness into hope. The intimate and participatory atmosphere of Ubik made theevent's audience A true moment of sharing, in which literature and testimony intertwined, reminding us that even from the deepest wounds, light can be born.
“Light is born from the courage to look at the darkness,” remembered the author, thanking all those present for their closeness and affection shown.
(Photo by Mariagrazia Marrone)
