Ferrante's best-selling novels, particularly her Neapolitan-based quartet, have been acclaimed for their intricate & compelling storytelling

A conviction in a Milan court notwithstanding, the Great Seducer might strike a deal and bounce back.

There are also a few important lessons for citizens of any democracy where money buys too much and votes buy too little.

While businesses around the world are hunkering down for survival, the Italian mob is living a golden moment.