A century before Meghan and Harry, this Italian noble family sought refuge in B.C. — and stayed

This is the story of nobility from across the Atlantic who gave up titles and riches to start a new life in British Columbia. Their names weren't Harry and Meghan — they were an Italian prince, Leone Caetani, his lover, Ofelia Fabiani, and their three-year-old daughter Sveva, who decamped to Vernon, B.C. a century ago. Jennifer Chrumka tells their story of hope, personal tragedy, isolation, and rebirth in her documentary, "The Riddle Is One's Life". This is also the story behind my novel, Little Fortress. It’s a beautifully produced radio documentary - click below to read AND listen: