Through a Glass Darkly (A Commissario Brunetti Mystery) Paperback – Import, 22 September 2022

Excellent I was hooked from the moment I started the book. I don't know how she manages to get away with writing what she does it obviously does not upset the Italian Mafia!

Ah Venice. Another great story by Ms Leon. I hope she never stops the Brunetti stories they are just that entertaining.

Book arrived quickly.Donna Leon is an extremely skilled and very interesting writer.The Brunetti books are far more than just police detective stories. They are threaded with acute observations about Italian society.The plots are exciting and interlaced with lovely personal and domestic storylines.Her work is highly regarded by academics as well as a wide readership. I know of one Oxford University academic who wishes that Leon was writing about her area of interest (Russia) because she would include the books in the teaching curriculum.An exciting book by an accomplished author.

Guido and his friend Vianello cannot be obstructed by the various friendships of the vice questore Patta who cannot be helped.

Donna Leon not only writes a good mystery tale, but she shows you a picture of Venice and of the people who live there; their attitudes and beliefs. It is refreshing to have the main character in a strong marriage with normal teenagers interacting positively. In this story, Ms. Leon lets you decide in your own mind about the mystery involved, but she deals with some very important issues that the world should be considering. She has developed and strenghtened her characters through her novels, and you anticipate what is happening. She does a have a cynical attitude toward politicians and politics, which is also true worldwide. Commissario Brunetti, in this story, tackles a difficult death in a caring manner. One of the enjoyable characters, Signorina Elettra, continues her control of gathering information, as she has also gained importance through the book series. I strongly recommend this book to those who enjoy a good mystery set among people who have to deal with death and narrow-minded people.