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In the heart of Venice, an African street vendor is executed before bewildered tourists, and the case falls to the city’s seasoned detective, Guido Brunetti. As the investigation unfolds, Brunetti is drawn into a complex clash of competing Italian agencies, each with its own agenda.
Beyond the brutal crime scene, the narrative dives into the city’s shifting social landscape—highlighting the growing conflicts over immigration law and the everyday realities of Venetians living alongside an increasingly visible immigrant population.
Brunetti’s seasoned perspective offers readers a nuanced look at how law enforcement, politics, and the unregulated markets of street vendors intersect, all set against the uniquely storied backdrop of Venice.
First publish date: May 2005
Genre: Mystery & Detective/Police Procedural
Authors: Donna Leon
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