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Death in a Strange Country (Guido Brunetti, Bk 2)
Death in a Strange Country - Guido Brunetti, Bk 2
Author: Donna Leon
In Death in a Strange Country Commissario Guido Brunetti confronts a grisly sight when the body of a young American is fished out of a fetid Venetian canal. Though all the signs point to a violent mugging, something incriminating turns up in the victim’s apartment that suggests the existence of a high level conspiracy -- and Brunett...  more »
ISBN-13: 9780143034827
ISBN-10: 0143034820
Publication Date: 1/4/2005
Pages: 400
Rating:
  • Currently 3.9/5 Stars.
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3.9 stars, based on 101 ratings
Publisher: Penguin (Non-Classics)
Book Type: Paperback
Other Versions: Hardcover
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 Spuddie avatar reviewed Death in a Strange Country (Guido Brunetti, Bk 2) on + 412 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 3
Second Commissario Guido Brunetti mystery in which an American soldier from the base in Vicenza is found stabbed to death and floating in a canal in Venice. Brunetti's attempts at investigation are blocked on nearly every side, from his superior, Patta, to the Carabaneri, to the American base personnel. Instructed to write it off as an attempted robbery, Brunetti is determined to find out why the American was really killed. Excellent story, wonderfully painted setting of Venice and of Brunetti's life there. Cast of supporting characters is also excellent. This could become one of my favorite mystery series!
reviewed Death in a Strange Country (Guido Brunetti, Bk 2) on + 80 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 2
Wonderfully written - lots of flavor of Venice, well-crafted characterization, suspenseful.
reviewed Death in a Strange Country (Guido Brunetti, Bk 2) on + 16 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 2
Great book! Very satisfying end. Ms Leon once again evolves her characters into real people. Guido and Paola's relationship is superbly demonstrated to the reader, I miss them once I am done!
2bgabriella avatar reviewed Death in a Strange Country (Guido Brunetti, Bk 2) on
Helpful Score: 2
If you love mysteries and the streets and canals of Venice, Italy hold a certain charm and allure for you, add the Guido Brunetti series to your reading list!! Mr. Brunetti is the Chief Inspector for the city of Venice, and while reading about his investigations the reader is treated to detailed descriptions of modern-day Venice. Mr. Brunetti's analytical reasoning is balanced by his rich descriptions of Venetian architecture and art and warmed here and there by glimpses of his family life. A refreshing blend that stands out amongst so many mysteries that are grim and stark. Highly recommended!!
amichai avatar reviewed Death in a Strange Country (Guido Brunetti, Bk 2) on + 368 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 1
This is the second of Donna Leon's Commissario Brunetti mysteries I've read. They feel like Simenon's Maigret mysteries; police procedurals with all the details of daily life in a European setting. In Leon's novels the setting is Venice. Interesting and well-written.
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 bellasgranny avatar reviewed Death in a Strange Country (Guido Brunetti, Bk 2) on + 468 more book reviews
While the characters and setting of this series are really terrific, the storylines are not really that interesting to me. I doubt that I will continue with the series.
ATraveler avatar reviewed Death in a Strange Country (Guido Brunetti, Bk 2) on + 193 more book reviews
I found this story interesting. I really liked the first 2/3rds of the story and its development. I was surprised at the turn toward the end that was connecting the Italian Mafia, Italian goverment, Italian bussinessmen and the US government together. And at the second to last chapter I was wondering how the story could be wrapped up in 20 more pages. However Donna Leon pulled it off and did manage to wrap it up with a twist I did not see coming at all.
reviewed Death in a Strange Country (Guido Brunetti, Bk 2) on + 50 more book reviews
This is the second in the series and the second book I have read by Ms.Leon. I enjoy the characters and particularly the ambiance of Venice. It makes me want to take the next ship or plane over. It is good getting to know Commissario Guido Brunetti and his family.
DEC avatar reviewed Death in a Strange Country (Guido Brunetti, Bk 2) on + 134 more book reviews
A very enjoyable mystery. The characters are complex and the plot leaves you with a lot to consider regarding justice.
reviewed Death in a Strange Country (Guido Brunetti, Bk 2) on + 71 more book reviews
Another good book in a great series.
dryheat avatar reviewed Death in a Strange Country (Guido Brunetti, Bk 2) on + 25 more book reviews
Always a good read.

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