Reading order#
| # |
Title |
Published |
Author |
Buy on Amazon |
| 1 |
The Goodbye Kiss |
2001 |
Massimo Carlotto |
Buy |
| 2 |
At the End of a Dull Day |
2011 |
Massimo Carlotto |
Buy |
The Giorgio Pellegrini series by Massimo Carlotto is listed below in reading order.
Giorgio Pellegrini is one of the most morally bankrupt protagonists in Italian crime fiction. A former left-wing terrorist, he returns to Italy and claws his way into respectable society through manipulation, betrayal, and violence. The Goodbye Kiss (2001) tells his rise, and At the End of a Dull Day (2011) picks up years later when his carefully constructed life begins to crack. Read them in order.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many books are in the Giorgio Pellegrini series?
There are two books in the Giorgio Pellegrini series, published between 2001 and 2011.
What is the first book in the Giorgio Pellegrini series?
The first book in the Giorgio Pellegrini series is The Goodbye Kiss, published in 2001.
What is The Goodbye Kiss about?
The Goodbye Kiss (2001) follows Giorgio Pellegrini, a former left-wing militant who returns to Italy after years as a fugitive in Latin America. He manipulates everyone around him to build a respectable life, using violence and betrayal without hesitation. The novel was adapted into a 2006 Italian film directed by Michele Soavi.