A Castle in Romagna

In this award-winning novel, extraordinary lives from different centuries are interconnected through themes of tragic love, political intrigue, and war. Set against the backdrop of the 1995 Bosnian conflict, a young refugee visits the historic Mardi Castle in Italy, where he learns about the poet Enzo Strecci, who faced a tragic fate centuries earlier. Guided by Niccolò, a fellow refugee and Franciscan, the story unveils not only Strecci's doomed passion and political struggles but also Niccolò’s personal journey of love and escape. As their lives intertwine, the narrative explores enduring connections shaped by love, betrayal, and a longing for home.