In Taormina, in winter #993863

"In Taormina, in winter" is a noir novel by Antonello Carbone that transforms the famous Sicilian resort into a theater of melancholy mysteries, far from the summer crowds. The Plot - After New Year's Eve, Taormina empties out, revealing a silent and cold soul. The routine of Giacomo Cassisi, a journalist and former war correspondent, is shattered by the discovery of the body of Efre Vazzini, the young heir to a powerful local family. Key Elements • Atypical protagonist: Cassisi is not a policeman; he investigates using intuition, literature, art, and even culinary recipes. • Female universe: The protagonist is surrounded by enigmatic women, such as his friend Elena and the mysterious Eylis, whom he met in a chat room. • Musical structure: The book is divided into 54 short chapters, each titled after a famous Italian song that serves as a soundtrack. • Setting: An unusual Taormina, described with the tones of Sciascia's "sicilitudine," amidst political intrigue and hidden truths. Fun Fact: The novel explores the contrast between "actual truth" and "plausible truth," a staple of Sicilian culture, in a city that looks like a deserted film set.