Massimo Carlotto Livres

International secret police operations, drug trafficking, prostitution, and identity theft set the stage for the eternal struggle between Good and Evil.

Three gripping novellas of addiction, corruption and revenge.

"A narrative voice that is cold, heartless, but, in a creepy way, fascinating."- The New York TimesA riveting drama of guilt, revenge, and justice, Massimo Carlotto's Death's Dark Abyss tells the story of two men and the savage crime that binds them. During a robbery, Raffaello Beggiato takes a young woman and her child hostage and later murders them. Beggiato is arrested, tried, and sentenced to life. The victims' father and husband, Silvano, is undone by his loss. He plunges into an ever-deepening abyss until the day, years later, when the murderer seeks his pardon, and the wounded Silvano turns predator as he ruthlessly plots his revenge.

This novel, by one of Italy's bestselling crime novelists, provides a unique perspective on the criminal and social dynamics that dominate contemporary Italy. One of the many robberies that plague Northeast Italy goes wrong and ends with a brutal murder. The police investigation turns up nothing. Two years later, Marco Buratti, alias "the Alligator," is asked to look into the crime and find out who was responsible. Buratti's employer is young, the youngest client he has ever had; he is only twelve years old and is the son of one of the victims. The Alligator realizes right from the start that the truth is cloaked, twisted, shocking. Together with his associates, Beniamino Rossini and Max the Memory, he finds himself mixed up in a story involving contraband gold and blood vendettas between criminal gangs.

"Carlotto is the reigning king of Mediterranean noir."- The Boston Phoenix After serving years in jail for a crime he didn't commit, Massimo Carlotto received a presidential pardon in 1993. The first book he wrote as a free man was The Fugitive, telling of his years on the run from a politically motivated murder charge. This gritty tale takes readers from the French underworld to a Mexico besieged by guerrilla warfare. Virtually a handbook on how to live life on the lam, The Fugitive is also a vibrant novel full of vivid underworld characters and breathtaking moments that Carlotto recounts in the cool, lucid prose that has become his trademark.

Giorgio Pellegrini's seemingly honest life takes a dark turn when he discovers his lawyer's betrayal, thrusting him into the treacherous world of organized crime. Reluctantly becoming an errand boy for a syndicate, Giorgio must navigate the dangerous underbelly of crime while grappling with his newfound reality. This gripping narrative explores themes of betrayal, morality, and the struggle for survival in a world where trust is a luxury.

The story follows PI Marco "the Alligator" Buratti as he embarks on a thrilling and chaotic adventure, showcasing the author's signature blend of humor and crime. Set against a vibrant backdrop, Buratti navigates a world filled with eccentric characters and unexpected twists, promising readers an engaging and entertaining experience. This installment continues to build on the beloved character's journey, offering a fresh and captivating narrative that fans of Italian crime fiction will appreciate.

Massimo Carlotto has been called "the reigning king of Mediterranean noir" (Boston Phoenix) and "the best living Italian crime writer" (Il Manifesto). In The Colombian Mule, Carlotto brings to riveting life the story of Ar as Cuevas, who sets in motion a chain of bloody events when police catch him trying to carry a shipment of La T a's cocaine into Italy. The intended recipient of the coke appears to have been art smuggler Nazzareno Corradi. But Corradi has been set up. He hires "the Alligator" to get him out of the mess he's in. Meanwhile, La T a, a notoriously ruthless figure in the Colombian drug trade, is determined to move her operation to Italy, where cociane has beome all the rage among the professional classes. There's only one thing standing in her way: the Alligator. The Alligator, an ex-con turned investigator, and his two companions, former underworld heavy Baniamino Rossini and Max the Memory, are among Massimo Carlotto's most vivid noir creations. Together, the three men will wade deep into a criminal world of few scruples, testing their own strict and specific moral code along the way.

Set against a backdrop of moral ambiguity, the story explores the dark underbelly of society where systemic issues drive the narrative. The protagonist navigates a world filled with murder and ethical dilemmas, challenging the notion of heroism. Rather than focusing on a single killer, the novel critiques the pervasive systems that foster crime and corruption, making it a gripping and thought-provoking thriller.

Set in a gritty underworld, this noir crime fiction follows PI Marco "The Alligator" Burrati as he navigates dangerous situations filled with suspense and intrigue. The narrative promises a thrilling exploration of crime and morality, showcasing sharp writing and complex characters. With its edgy tone and dark themes, the book is poised to captivate readers and stand out as a top pick in the genre.