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“Oh, so seldom does fate cast our enemy into our hands, to do with as we will”

Book:Acqua Alta: A Commissario Guido Brunetti Mystery

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Acqua Alta: A Commissario Guido Brunetti Mystery

Acqua Alta is a novel that combines a compelling mystery with the vibrant setting of Venice. The story follows the protagonist, Commissario Guido Brunetti, as he investigates a series of mysterious events. The novel is known for its rich character development, intricate plot, and vivid portrayal of Venetian culture and society. The author's detailed descriptions of the city's canals, architecture, and the social fabric of its inhabitants add depth to the narrative, making it a captivating read for fans of mystery and crime fiction. more

Author

Donna Leon

Donna Leon, born on September 29, 1942, is a renowned American author. Her works are primarily detective novels set in the backdrop of Venice, Italy. Leon is known for her delicate writing style and profound understanding of Italian culture. more

“We buy things. We wear them or put them on our walls, or sit on them, but anyone who wants to can take them away from us. Or break them. ... Long after he's dead, someone else will own those stupid little boxes, and then someone after him, just as someone owned them before he did. But no one ever thinks of that: objects survive us and go on living. It's stupid to believe we own them. And it's sinful for them to be so important.”

Thinking Want Believe Littles Long Important Break Stupid Objects Wall Goes On Boxes

Author:Donna Leon

“The Germans and Austrians are very polite, the Swiss are very reserved and the Spanish usually kiss me. The Brits write me letters.”

Writing Kissing Letters Polite Reserved Kiss Me Swiss Brits

Author:Donna Leon

“Crime stories are our version of sitting round a camp fire and telling tales. We enjoy being scared under safe circumstances. That's why there's no tradition of crime writing in countries that have wars.”