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The Drowning River

A Mystery in Florence
The Drowning River: A Mystery in Florence. Minotaur: St. Martin's. Jul. 2010. c.320p. ISBN 978-0-312-62101-8. $26. M
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On the day that disgraced ex-cop Sandro Cellini opens his office as a PI in Florence, a young art student goes missing, and a man drowns in the River Arno. Cellini, aided by his wife, finds that working in the private sector offers challenges and a reason to live.
VERDICT Filling her mystery debut with plenty of action, fast-thinking people, and beautiful Florence, British novelist Kent (Late Season) keeps the reader guessing how it all fits together. Donna Leon readers will like. [Minotaur First Edition Selection; library marketing campaign.]
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