August Heat

In the sweltering summer of Vigàta, Inspector Salvo Montalbano finds himself grappling with unexpected frustrations as his colleague's extended vacation leaves him with the burden of maintaining order in the sleepy Sicilian town. The heat is relentless, and tensions rise along with the temperature as Montalbano navigates through a series of peculiar events that threaten the tranquility of his summer.

As he delves into the intricacies of local life, the inspector encounters a cast of colorful characters, each presenting their own quirks and mysteries. With every passing day, the heat intensifies, mirroring the complexities of the cases he must unravel. Montalbano’s sharp intellect and intuitive nature are tested, revealing not only the depths of human nature but also the idyllic yet chaotic charm of Vigàta.