The Priest's Hat

Set in late nineteenth-century Naples, this novel intertwines suspense and dark humor while exploring the downfall of Carlo Coriolano, an aging playboy and the last baron of a once-prominent family. Loosely inspired by the historical murder of priest Virgilio Costa, the story delves into themes of power, decay, and the complexities of human nature as Carlo grapples with his past and the consequences of his actions.