The Cook of the Halcyon: An Inspector Montalbano Mystery

The story revolves around Inspector Montalbano's investigation into the tragic suicide of a worker at a shipyard owned by Giovanni Trincanato, whose mismanagement has led to the site's decline. Tensions escalate when Montalbano confronts Giovanni, resulting in a heated altercation. This case not only challenges the inspector's patience but also draws him deeper into the complexities of Trincanato's life, suggesting that the fallout from this incident will have lasting repercussions.