Signora Volpe: Truffles & Treachery

SYNOPSIS

When Sasha Pavlenko, the son of a Russian politician is arrested in Rome for the murder of a fellow-student, Sylvia's ex-husband and ex-colleague Adam asks her to investigate. Sylvia has another important case in hand - the kidnap of a truffle pig - but reluctantly agrees. Sasha is bailed into Sylvia's custody, and she discovers that he and Mario, the victim, were lovers. Sylvia uncovers a nasty blackmail plot gone wrong, but is shocked when she discovers that Mario's killer is someone she knows well - or thought she did. The pig is found safe and sound, and returned to her grateful owner.