Through a Glass, Darkly: A Commissario Guido Brunetti Mystery by Donna Leon Paperback Book

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Rent Through a Glass, Darkly: A Commissario Guido Brunetti Mystery

Author: Donna Leon

Narrator: David Colacci

Format: Unabridged-CD, Abridged-MP3, Paperback

Publisher: Pub Group West

Published: May 2006

Genre: Fiction - Mystery & Detective - General

Retail Price: $31.95

Discs: 7

Synopsis

In the 15th nuanced mystery starring the Venetian police detective, Commissario Guido Brunetti investigates a family feud, environmental concerns, and the murder of a night watchman, all at a glassmaking factory on the island of Murano.

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Reviews

BookLender review by whisky on 2007-04-11 15:28:48

Once again Donna Leon and David Colacci pair to create an entertaining listen. Ms. Leon's book is brought to life by Mr. Colacci who is an old friend of Commissario Brunetti's by now. With Brunetti it does not seem odd that a modern detective would flit between current pollution issues and Dante's Divine Comedy. The author adroitly sets the stage for a crime that doesn't occur until well into the book but the story never falters. This is not great literature but it is extremely well written and very entertaining. As usual this is not a book you want to listen to on an empty stomach for Brunetti's meals will drive you to the nearest restaurant in search of meal half as memorable as his everyday fare.