Runaway Horses
- 180 pages
- 7 hours of reading
Set against the vibrant backdrop of Siena's Palio, this novel intertwines a murder mystery with a comedic exploration of a deteriorating marriage. As lawyer Enzo Maggione and his wife Valeria find themselves entangled in the chaotic atmosphere of the horse race, they witness the shocking murder of a renowned jockey. Their mundane trip spirals into a surreal experience, reigniting their passion but also exposing them to dangerous entanglements with others involved in the event. The story reveals that in the Palio, everyone plays a role in the unfolding drama.
