Donna Leon

Donna Leon, born in New Jersey in 1942, has lived in Venice since 1981. Commissario Brunetti made her books world-famous – you can follow in his footsteps through Venice, even cook and enjoy his favourite meals – but baroque music is just as close to her heart. Donna Leon lends her personal support to the recordings of her favourite orchestra ›Il Complesso Barocco‹. Together, they have released two gift books with CDs: ›Handel’s Bestiary‹ with Handel arias and ›Venetian Curiosities‹ with Vivaldi music. Donna Leon’s books are published in 34 languages.

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»Donna Leon has a wonderful feel for the hidden evils that lie below the façade of the magical city.«The Times

»Few detective writers create so vivid, inclusive and convincing a narrative as Donna Leon, the expatriate American with the Venetian heart... One of the most exquisite and subtle detective series ever.«The Washington Post

»Brunetti's humane police work is disarming, and his ambles through the city are a delight.«The New York Times Book Review

»Brunetti remains unique – an everyman who's also extraordinary.«Publishers Weekly

»Brilliant.«Sunday Times