Catena Fiorello Galeano releases new novel Io e Pepè

Author Catena Fiorello Galeano has released a new novel titled “Io e Pepè”. Set in Pescara, the story follows Domenico, known as Mimì, a young boy struggling with grief and anger following the death of his mother.

As Mimì faces declining school performance and emotional isolation, a black puppy named Pepè enters his life. The novel explores themes of friendship and healing, illustrating how the arrival of a pet can help a child navigate loss and reconnect with the world without replacing the memory of those who have passed.