Author: Martin Walker Year: 2016 Rank: Rating: Original Rating: Pop Rating: Genres/categories: Mystery, Fiction, Crime, Thriller
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ISBNs: 9781101946787 9781101970751 1101946784 1101970758 |
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A pair of murders, a romance and rivals in pursuit of a long-lost vintage car of unfathomable value--Bruno, chief of police, is busy in another mystery set in the beautiful Dordogne
At the annual fĂȘte in St. Denis, Bruno's biggest worry is surviving as a last-minute replacement navigator in a car rally race. The contest and a classic-car parade are new to the festivities and draw a spate of outsiders with deep pockets, big-city egos and, in the case of a young Englishman, an intriguing story. It's the tale of a Bugatti Type 57C, lost somewhere in France during World War II. Among the most beautiful cars ever made, one of only four of its kind--Ralph Lauren owns one--it is worth millions and drives its pursuers mad with greed. In the midst of the festivities, a local scholar turns up dead and Bruno suspects unnatural causes. After a second death, there is mounting evidence that the events in St. Denis are linked to international crime.
To make matters even more complicated, a family squabble over land brings to St. Denis a comely Parisienne who turns Bruno's head. As usual, Bruno's life offers its challenges--but there is always time for a good bottle and a home-cooked meal.
This book is part of the "Bruno, Chief of Police" series. Here are some other books from this series:
 | "The Resistance Man" First published in 2013 Rank: , Original star rating: , Adjusted star rating: , Pop rating: |
 | "The Devil's Cave" First published in 2012 Rank: , Original star rating: , Adjusted star rating: , Pop rating: |
 | "The Crowded Grave" First published in 2011 Rank: , Original star rating: , Adjusted star rating: , Pop rating: |
 | "Black Diamond" First published in 2010 Rank: , Original star rating: , Adjusted star rating: , Pop rating: |
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