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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.

Set in Venice, over three days in winter. She, a Roman princess, has come to seek undervalued paintings; he is a strange, strikingly erudite tour guide. A touching love story and the revelation of criminal shenanigans in the Venetian art world. But, at the core, the deeply intriguing mystery of the guide's true identity.