Six Italians writing from the margins: these stories are linked by common themes of belonging, dislocation and identity, and together they take the pulse of a country in turmoil.
Carlo Lucarelli Book order
Carlo Lucarelli is a renowned Italian author whose works often delve into the historical periods of fascism and the post-war years. His distinctive style is incisive and deeply rooted in the exploration of Italian history and its societal undercurrents. Beyond his acclaimed novels, Lucarelli's creative output extends to plays, film scripts, and radio dramas, showcasing his broad artistic range. He also frequently engages with crime narratives as a journalist and television presenter, further highlighting his fascination with the darker aspects of human nature and societal complexities.






- 2014
- 2005
Day After Day
- 224 pages
- 8 hours of reading
Only the picture of a pit bull terrier left behind at each murder can link the crimes. Day after day, Ispettore Negro works on her seemingly impossible case. But when a young man unwittingly encounters Pit Bull in an internet chat room, he provides Negro with the clue that could lead her to her target.
- 2004
Almost Blue
- 128 pages
- 5 hours of reading
A serial killer is terrorising the people of Bologna and rookie Detective Inspector Grazia Negro is determined to solve the case. He imagines what people are like - based on the 'colour' of their voice - and his acute hearing sets alarm bells ringing when he tunes in to the killer.