book Signings
Sunday, March 30, 2025
11 am - 2 pm
Mafia Series
The Beretta’s and C. R. Mitchell serve more than the best wine in Northern Italy. In her debut novel, Revenge, Mitchell will teleport you to Beretta Vineyards in the cozy town of Brusnengo, Italy -a charming place, perfect for a massacre. First, a tour of the lush green vines with Rosario Beretta and a wine sampling with his daughter Angelina. Step into Sofia Beretta’s kitchen and fill your nose with the mouthwatering smells of sugo simmering, meatballs frying, bread baking, and fresh basil wafting in the air. While the charming Angelina Beretta pours you a glass of wine,
“Red or White?” snuggle into a soft reading nook and prepare for an exciting roller-coaster ride.
CONGRATULATIONS!
"C. R. MITCHELL'S TALENT SHINES IN REVENGE!"
"Thrilling and suspenseful. Kept me wanting more."
"CAPTIVATING!"
"Vivid imagery and mesmerizing story line."
"HUGE TWISTS AND TURNS!"
2020 Page Turner Award Finalist.
When The Powerful Take Not all Survive
"There can be no Good without Evil."
In the haunting aftermath of a turbulent past, Rosario Beretta stands as a man of honor, plagued by the ghosts of his actions and driven by a quest for redemption. Once a defender of his country, he is haunted by the eyes of his enemies, their memories casting shadows over his soul. Yet, one death brought him no guilt—the death of a man whose wickedness knew no bounds.
When fate freed his beloved Sofia from an arranged marriage into the powerful Salvatore family, Rosario found forgiveness and peace in her love. Together, they forged Rosario’s dream, Beretta Vineyards. It would be a legacy grown from their passion and a lasting impression of goodness to overshadow his past.
One afternoon, an unannounced visitor shatters his illusion. At a small table overlooking the rolling hills of Beretta Vineyards, the formidable Godfather, Don Salvatore, confronts Rosario. The Godfather urges Rosario to open the pages of the past and explain how fate delivered him an enchanting bride and the profitable land that came with her hand. In exchange, Don Salvatore unveils a haunting version, accusing Rosario of murdering Sofia’s former betrothed. Don Salvatore ends his visit with a deadly ultimatum that plunges Rosario’s dream into a bloody nightmare. Rosario must navigate a treacherous path to protect everything he cherishes while concealing the darkness of his past.
In a gripping story of love, power, and revenge, Rosario’s struggle unfurls against a backdrop of mystery and suspense, where secrets emerge, and
the truth does not set you free.
Angelina believes witnessing the attack on her family was the worst day of her life.
She was wrong.
Angelina Beretta’s world spirals out of control in this heart-pounding story of betrayal, power, and courage. Losing her family is only the beginning of her nightmare. The ruthless Godfather who ordered the murders wants Angelina. Without her father’s protection, she is doomed to become the Godfather’s bride.
During the funeral reception at Beretta Vineyard, the Godfather, Don Salvatore’s chubby hand lingers at the small of Angelina’s back. Sipping her family’s wine, The Don enjoys his triumph and explains her future role. His power crushes her lungs, and the words dripping from his tongue form another heavy link in the chain imprisoning her soul.
Angelina has one night to escape. She can tell no one of her plan for fear of more bloodshed. She boards a train, but the Godfather’s assassins follow her. The assassins are only the beginning of her problems. The line between friend and foe blurs, and new enemies are born from deceit. Sins not even God can forgive will stain the souls of the innocent.
Loyalties are tested, lives are lost, and
Angelina will face the worst day of her life.
In this gripping story, you will yearn for the villains to die a horrible death, question who is trustworthy and what price is too high for freedom.
Loyalties Are Tested & Lives Are Lost
"I have done terrible things.
Things even God cannot forgive."
~The Sinner
C. R. Mitchell’s author journey began in 2008 when her husband encouraged her to channel her natural storytelling talent to inspire others. Intrigued, she began writing her debut novel, The Italian Rose. In 2014, an illness drastically changed her life, turning her from a workaholic and active in the community into an unemployed hermit. Despite feeling broken, she clung to her faith, convinced that her life path shifted so she could inspire others by writing.
Drawing from her personal experience with chronic pain and depression, Mitchell wrote a nonfiction book on managing these invisible monsters to encourage others to embrace a victorious mindset.
She created The Italian Rose Mafia Series in honor of the formidable women in her life, particularly her mother, who triumphed in the face of a sexist Italian culture.
Mitchell excels at crafting vivid scenes with realistic characters that readers can fall in love with or despise. She believes that a novel achieves an artistic level when it evokes strong emotions within her during the final read-through.
She and her husband started GolfWithLiz.com – The ODP Foundation, after their daughter died in a car accident. Ten months later, they hosted their first golf tournament. With the help of family and friends, their annual golf tournament, held the first Sunday in May, raises money to fund annual scholarships for young women. In three years, the foundation has awarded over $20,000 in scholarships.
Christina is a member of P.E.O., Chapter KH. P.E.O. has awarded over $435 million to support women’s education.
Mitchell resides in Blue Springs, MO. She cherishes time with her husband, children, family, and friends. She enjoys snuggling with her Papillon puppy, Enzo, playing the piano, and the occasional faceplant into chocolate.
A Moment with
C. R. Mitchell
"What was your favorite moment while writing Revenge?
“When you watch a scary movie for the second, third, or thousandth time, you know where the spooky parts are, but you still jump. Right? After reading and reading - for the thousandth time, I was editing a volatile scene between Don Salvatore and Angelina. Even though I knew what was about to happen, the interaction snatched my emotions, and I shouted, “You sick bastard!”
"What is your favorite scene in The Sinner?"
“That is a tough one. I tend to like the moments that make you hold your breath and choke back tears at the same time. There are several powerful moments, like the opening scene. But the chapter when Maximus is forced to destroy someone he loves and the following couple of chapters are definitely the most intense!”
"With book two of The Italian Rose Series finished, what do you plan to write next?"
“Of the stories I have lined out, my book on managing pain is the most important to me. I have experienced pain my entire life but learned to reinvent my day-to-day life, and I still enjoy special moments and events that make life beautiful. This book’s uniqueness is derived from experience, not just from mine but also from my clients. It is rewarding when someone expresses how much my recommendations helped in their daily lives.
After the pain management book, I am itching to write my Magical Realism Story, based on an untapped magical lore.”
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