Danielle Trussoni

Danielle Trussoni is an American author known for her memoir Falling Through the Earth and her bestselling Angelology series of supernatural thrillers. Her work spans multiple genres including literary memoir, supernatural fiction, and horror. The success of her 2010 novel Angelology established her as a prominent voice in supernatural fiction, with the book being translated into over 32 languages and becoming an international bestseller. Her memoir Falling Through the Earth was selected as one of The New York Times' Ten Best Books of 2006. Trussoni's writing often explores themes of family history, supernatural mythology, and personal transformation. Her later works include the novel Angelopolis and The Fortress, a memoir about her marriage and divorce set in a medieval fortress in France. She continues to write both fiction and nonfiction, contributing to publications including The New York Times Book Review and serves as a freelance book critic. Trussoni divides her time between the United States and France, where portions of her work are set.

Readers connect strongly with Trussoni's personal narratives in her memoirs while finding her fiction entertaining but less impactful. Readers praise: - Raw honesty in describing family relationships in "Falling Through the Earth" - Detailed research and mythology in "Angelology" - Vivid descriptions of locations, particularly French settings - Blend of historical facts with supernatural elements - Engaging pacing in thriller/suspense sections Common criticisms: - Plot holes and unresolved storylines in the Angelology series - Character development feels rushed or incomplete - Later books don't match quality of earlier works - Writing style can be uneven between memoir and fiction Ratings across platforms: Goodreads: - Falling Through the Earth: 3.7/5 (2,000+ ratings) - Angelology: 3.4/5 (20,000+ ratings) - The Fortress: 3.5/5 (1,500+ ratings) Amazon: - Angelology: 4/5 (500+ reviews) - Falling Through the Earth: 4.2/5 (100+ reviews) One reader noted: "Her memoirs cut deep with truth, but her fiction needs tighter editing."

Falling Through the Earth (2006) A memoir exploring the author's relationship with her Vietnam veteran father and the war's lasting impact on their family.

Angelology (2010) A supernatural thriller following a young nun who discovers a secret society of angelologists battling fallen angels called Nephilim.

Angelopolis (2013) The sequel to Angelology continues the story of angel hunters in a contemporary world where Nephilim vie for power.

The Fortress (2016) A memoir chronicling the author's marriage and divorce while living in a medieval fortress in France.

The Ancestor (2020) A gothic novel about a woman who inherits a mysterious noble title and castle in the Italian Alps, uncovering dark family secrets.

All That Is Mine I Carry With Me (2023) A literary thriller centered on three siblings investigating their mother's disappearance and their father's possible involvement decades later.

Elizabeth Kostova blends historical research with supernatural elements in works like The Historian, weaving vampire mythology through multiple timelines. Her detailed exploration of Eastern European history and academic settings creates interconnected mysteries similar to Trussoni's Angelology series.

Anne Rice pioneered the modern supernatural literary thriller with her Vampire Chronicles series, merging religious imagery with dark fantasy. Her work connects ancient mythology to contemporary settings while maintaining deep character development.

Kate Mosse writes historical thrillers set in France that combine scholarly research with supernatural elements. Her Languedoc trilogy demonstrates her ability to merge past and present narratives while exploring ancient mysteries and religious symbolism.

Justin Cronin crafts epic supernatural narratives that blend literary fiction with horror elements in works like The Passage trilogy. His focus on character development within apocalyptic scenarios mirrors Trussoni's approach to supernatural storytelling.

Carlos Ruiz Zafón creates gothic mysteries set in European locations that combine historical events with supernatural elements. His Cemetery of Forgotten Books series demonstrates his skill at weaving family histories with dark fantasy elements across multiple time periods.