Gioielli, Caffè e Firenze (B1-B2 CEFR) - PDF & audiobook
Gioielli, Caffè e Firenze – A Short Story for Intermediate Italian Learners (PDF + Audiobook)
Caffè and Cioccolato Series – Book 1 (Book1: Cioccolato, Amore e Torino)
Please note: This is the PDF version of my short story book. By getting the PDF directly, you’re supporting me as an independent author — thank you! If you prefer a physical copy, you can grab one on Amazon here.
Romance & Mystery in Florence: An Italian Language Journey for Intermediate Learners (B1–B2 CEFR)
Follow Marie, a French artist who moves to Florence to learn the art of jewelry making. As she discovers the beauty of the city and meets new people, she finds herself caught in a story of romance, mystery, and self-discovery. Will she ever return to France?
As you follow Marie’s adventures through the artistic heart of Tuscany, you’ll not only immerse yourself in an engaging Italian short story, but also strengthen your Italian naturally through context, repetition, and culture.
Learn Italian and Explore Florence at the Same Time
Designed for intermediate-level learners (B1–B2 CEFR), this book offers a perfect balance of storytelling and structured language learning. Each chapter features:
- Bilingual vocabulary lists (Italian–English) to build confidence
- Cultural insights that bring Florence’s art, food, and craftsmanship to life
- Slow audio narration (free download) recorded by a professional native Italian voice artist
Immerse Yourself in Authentic Italian
- 7,000 words of engaging, intermediate-level Italian
- Natural dialogue and everyday expressions
- Italian idioms and phrases seamlessly woven into the story
- Cultural details that transport you to the heart of Florence
- Strategic repetition to reinforce patterns and comprehension
Engineered for Effective Language Learning
- Chapter summaries in Italian to test your understanding
- Comprehensive bilingual vocabulary lists for review
- Cultural notes that reveal the essence of Florentine life
Perfect for Intermediate Learners Who Want More
Unlike traditional textbooks, this Italian short story combines the beauty of storytelling with practical language learning. You’ll absorb grammar and vocabulary naturally as you get swept up in Florence’s romance and mystery.
Written by an experienced Italian instructor, Gioielli, Cafffè e Firenze, transforms language study into a journey through art, culture, and emotion.
Start your adventure with Book 1 today — and continue the journey in Book 2, Cioccolato, Amore e Torino.