In the winding, enigmatic streets of San Marino, private investigator Luigi Ferro leads a life steeped in routine and solitude, until a desperate Romanian father steps into his world, clutching an envelope of savings and a story that tugs at Ferro's seasoned heart. His daughter, an aspiring dancer, vanished into the vibrant labyrinth of Venice, leaving behind nothing but a cryptic text about a mysterious agent in Rimini.

She Wanted to Dance plunges readers into the heart of a gripping, hard-boiled detective story as Ferro embarks on a quest that cuts through the murky underbelly of Italy's most romanticized cities. From the artistic fervor of Venice to the deceptive calm of Rimini, Ferro encounters a tapestry of characters – ambitious dancers caught in their dreams, shadowy agents with murky agendas, and the enigmatic figures lurking in the Venetian underworld.

As Ferro peels back layers of deceit, the simplicity of a missing girl's case spirals into a complex web of corruption and dark dealings.

This enthralling narrative blends the gritty essence of a classic detective tale with the mesmerizing allure of Italy. Join Luigi Ferro in unraveling a mystery where the line between ambition and desperation blurs, and the pursuit of dreams may lead to a nightmare.

Vinicio D'Agostino