Aurelio Zen: Back to Bologna

In Back to Bologna, Italian police inspector Aurelio Zen is called to investigate the mysterious death of a local industrialist, only to find the case quickly escalating into a complex web involving a university professor, a television chef, a semiotics student, and a mysterious immigrant. Recovering from surgery and facing personal challenges, Zen’s investigation becomes even more complicated with the involvement of Bologna’s most flamboyant private detective, Tony Speranza. The novel offers a vividly plotted story with memorable characters, blending humor and serious insights into contemporary Italy.