Gianrico Carofiglio is an accomplished Italian author, born in Bari in 1961. He is renowned for his expertise in organized crime, having worked for many years as a prosecutor in this field. His professional background has significantly influenced his writing, particularly the Guido Guerrieri crime series, which has captivated readers worldwide. The series includes notable titles such as Involuntary Witness, A Walk in the Dark, Reasonable Doubts, Temporary Perfections, and A Fine Line, all published by Bitter Lemon Press.
In addition to his work as a prosecutor, Carofiglio has held prestigious positions in public service. He was appointed advisor of the anti-Mafia committee in the Italian parliament in 2007, further solidifying his reputation as an authority on organized crime. His political career continued with a tenure as a senator from 2008 to 2013. Despite his political engagements, Carofiglio's passion for writing never waned. He continued to produce engaging and thought-provoking novels, including The Silence of the Wave.
Carofiglio's work has been celebrated with numerous awards and accolades. His novel, Il passato è una terra straniera, won the prestigious Premio Bancarella award in 2005. This book, translated into English as The Past is a Foreign Country, has been highly praised and appreciated by readers and critics alike. Carofiglio's books have achieved remarkable commercial success, with more than four million copies sold in Italy and translations into twenty-four languages worldwide. Furthermore, Carofiglio serves as the Honorary President of The Edinburgh Gadda Prize, which celebrates the work of Carlo Emilio Gadda.