“Jean P. Moore creates the vibrant world of an Italian American saga that captivates with its intelligent narrative and creative storytelling. A story of family, love, and resilience where heredity may be a burden at times, but it is also a great guiding force, shaping destinies. A literary journey that captures the dichotomy of immigrants feeling like “others” in a new society while yearning to belong, the book also celebrates the power of ancestry and the enduring spirit of the human experience.” John Turturro, Actor and Filmmaker

“… that rare, elegant braiding of history, testimony, and story that so many authors reach for…. A terrific read.”

“Love, ideals, and America, it’s all in there.”

“… elegant and beautifully written, explores the haunting effect of trans-generational trauma.”

“… a must-read for those interested in the intersections of personal and political histories.”

“… a dynamic novel that braids together fact, fiction, and her [the narrator’s] own internal struggle between past and present. This story will resonate long after you turn the last page.”

“… an extraordinary and moving historical novel.”

“Part love story, part historical fiction, part exploration of injustice and resistance, Crossing from Shore to Shore offers a propulsive and poignant narrative of immigrants, repression and collateral damage…. The novel … dramatizes an age-old and fiercely topical question: how much would you risk to fight injustice?”