Trouble strikes a group of tourists in Italy: âReginald Hill delivers literate, complex, and immensely satisfying thrillersâ (Orlando Sentinel).
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Sarah and Michael Masson are on holiday in Italy, and their tour is making its way to VeniceâItalyâs most romantic city. But so far the trip hasnât been especially romantic. Michael has little patience for Sarahâs sentimental nature or her stubborn insistence on socializing with their fellow travelers. Sarah is tiring of Michaelâs cynicism. But among their little group of tourists, there is even darker strife: One woman confides to Michael that her husband is violent, while that same husband propositions Sarah shamelessly. And eventually they are joined by two mysterious driftersâone of whom claims to be a mercenary.
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The journey was meant to be a sunny escape, but storm clouds are clearly brewing. And as Sarah questions her marriage, the police are questioning Michael about a murder . . .
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From the Diamond Daggerâwinning author of the Dalziel and Pascoe Mysteries, this is a novel of secrets, betrayals, and twisting, turning suspense.
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âReginald Hill is quite simply one of the best at work today.â âThe Boston Globe
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âAn excellent English author of crime fiction.â âLos Angeles Times Book Review
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