Book Details
Format
Hardcover
Pages
260
Language
English
Published
Apr 4, 2011
Publisher
Atlantic Monthly Press
ISBN-10
0802119794
ISBN-13
9780802119797
Description
In Venice, a seemingly innocuous death sets off a chain of investigations that reveal much more than initially assumed. A widow, found lifeless in her home, prompts the local medical examiner to conclude it was a natural death linked to a heart condition. However, as the investigation unfolds, signs of a struggle emerge, hinting at a deeper mystery lurking beneath the surface.
As the protagonist delves into the widow’s life, the layers of her narrative unfurl, revealing secrets and hidden conflicts that intertwine with the fabric of Venetian society. Each clue leads to more questions, challenging the initial verdict of a heart-related demise. The tranquil canals of the city become the backdrop for a complex exploration of trust, betrayal, and the echoes of a life once lived.
Tension rises as the inspector navigates a web of relationships, trying to untangle truth from deception. As he pieces together the widow’s last days, he uncovers a captivating tale of loss and longing that demands justice, compelling readers to join in the pursuit of the truth.
As the protagonist delves into the widow’s life, the layers of her narrative unfurl, revealing secrets and hidden conflicts that intertwine with the fabric of Venetian society. Each clue leads to more questions, challenging the initial verdict of a heart-related demise. The tranquil canals of the city become the backdrop for a complex exploration of trust, betrayal, and the echoes of a life once lived.
Tension rises as the inspector navigates a web of relationships, trying to untangle truth from deception. As he pieces together the widow’s last days, he uncovers a captivating tale of loss and longing that demands justice, compelling readers to join in the pursuit of the truth.