In Fatal Remedies, Brunetti's career is under threat when his professional and personal lives unexpectedly intersect. In the chill of the Venetian dawn, a sudden act of vandalism shatters the quiet of the deserted city, and Brunetti is shocked to find that the culprit waiting to be apprehended at the scene is a member of his own family. Meanwhile, he is also under pressure from his superiors to solve a daring robbery with connections to a suspicious accidental death. Could the two crimes be connected? And will Brunetti be able to prove his family's innocence before it's too late?
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"Really enjoying this series. this one is simpler, focuses on his personal relationships and still uncovers a sad but prevalent criminal sideline. It doesn't go where you think it will. commendable."
— Jennifer (4 out of 5 stars)
“Prepare to be charmed by David Colacci’s reading, the likable characters, and the Venetian views.”
— Library Journal“It’s delightful to listen to David Colacci seamlessly alternate between the lyrical quality of English spoken with Italian accents, and the internal and descriptive narration spoken in an ordinary American accent. Additionally, Colacci’s beautiful pronunciation of Italian words and phrases keeps the listener eagerly anticipating the next luscious utterance.”
— AudioFile“No one knows the labyrinthine world of Venice…like Leon’s Brunetti.”
— Time, praise for the series“The sophisticated but still moral Brunetti, with his love of food and his loving family, proves a worthy custodian of timeless values and verities.”
— Wall Street Journal, praise for the series“One of the most exquisite and subtle detective series ever.”
— Washington Post, praise for the series“A splendid series…with a backdrop of the city so vivid you can smell it.”
— Sunday Telegraph (London), praise for the series" muy bueno, se los recomiendo!!! "
— Miriam, 2/6/2014" Another great book in the series. Interesting look into Venetian culture. "
— James, 2/2/2014" A decent entry in this series, but I feel two main points were left hanging by a sharp turn the author took with the story. "
— Patti, 1/27/2014" I have liked all of her books. This one did not disappoint. "
— Ruth, 1/24/2014" Read this when I ran out of material on the airplane. Italian detective writer. Love the scene. Made me want brioche. "
— Serena, 1/12/2014" Goood murder mystery. The characters in this series continue to develop. A very enjoyable read, though unfortunately has me wanting a European vacation with some good food and wine. "
— Ted, 1/6/2014" One of my favorite Comissario Brunetti books. "
— Kathy, 12/21/2013" Another straightforward "police procedural" from Donna Leon Commisario Brunetti. They are all so easy to read and enjoyable ... assuming you like this sort of thing, that is. "
— Michael, 11/10/2013" I love feminist, class-aware, internationally-oriented mysteries which evoke Venice, loving partnerships, and Italian food. "
— Jens, 11/9/2013" Loved this one. It gets more into the relationship between Guido and Paola and shows more depth to their characters than usual. "
— DJ, 9/5/2013" Donna Leon once again sends me on a wonderful journey of murder through the eyes and streets of Commissioner Brunetti. Love this series! If you are a mystery lover, this is a series you must read! "
— Cooper, 7/31/2013" I really like this series. Her books center around a Detective's work (in Venice) but really the stories are more about the Detective himself. Compelling and well-written. "
— Alex, 6/20/2013" Another great Brunetti mystery. Not enough food references for my liking, but an intriguing story. "
— Jim, 2/24/2013" Commissario Brunetti's home life is unsettled when is wife Paola is arrested for breaking a window in a travel agency involved in the international sex trade. "
— Patricia, 12/17/2012" Donna Leon is one of my favorite mystery writers. do yourself a favor and read one of her detective Brunetti's books.They are set in Venice and you get to arm chair travel at the same time. "
— Karen, 12/14/2012" Enjoyable. Brunetti struggles with his own and his wife's consciences. "
— Kathy, 11/3/2012" Yeah, I think these keep getting better & better. It got really suspenseful at the end, I couldn't put it down. I enjoyed the whole plot, especially getting to know Paola better. "
— MV, 10/28/2012" Donna Leon comes up trumps as usual. "
— Shani, 9/24/2012" Average on the mystery/thriller front - and really slow, kinna reflective of the Italian culture probably! "
— Samra, 7/14/2012" A pleasant shortish read. I like these books, set in Venice with my favourite Venetian detective, whose wife prepares such delicious meals. "
— Dianne, 3/26/2012" Atmospheric storytelling and excellent character development; after his wife is arrested, Brunetti unravels the mystery behind a travel agency booking sex trips to southeast Asia; well narrated "
— Ken, 3/16/2012Donna Leon is the author of the much-loved, New York Times bestselling series of mystery novels set in Italy featuring Commissario Brunetti. She was named one of the London Times' 50 Greatest Crime Writers. The Brunetti Mysteries have won numerous awards around the world, including the CWA Silver Dagger for Fiction, and hsbr been translated into thirty-five languages.
David Colacci is an actor and director who has directed and performed in prominent theaters nationwide. His credits include roles from Shakespeare to Albee, as well as extensive work on new plays. As a narrator, he has won numerous Earphones Awards, earned Audie Award nominations, and been included in Best Audio of the Year lists by such publications as Publishers Weekly, AudioFile magazine, and Library Journal. He was a resident actor and director with the Cleveland Play House for eight years and has been artistic director of the Hope Summer Rep Theater since 1992.