Another quick and enjoyable read set in Sicily. Montalbano wakes up to a dead horse on the beach next to his house. Then it vanishes. It's like the dreams he has been having and his dreams soon come to life. Two horses are reported missing and one of these horses is owned by a beautiful woman who quickly connects with the enigmatic Montalbano. Meanwhile Salvo's house is being burglarized not once but twice to his macho police embarassment. Is this related to the horse or to a Mafia killing in which he is to testify? Lots of humor in his day to day dealings with his subordinates as well as his interactions with the women in his life. As usual he seems to savor a good meal more than the companionship of women, who throw themselves at him.