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A review by kimveach
Death in a Strange Country by Donna Leon
dark
funny
informative
mysterious
reflective
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
It's hard to believe this book was published in 1993, as one of the issues is toxic waste that Africa won't accept. I love getting to know Commissario Brunetti, his family, co-workers, and even his ridiculous boss.
Graphic: Bullying, Death, Drug use, Gore, Gun violence, Violence, Blood, Medical content, Grief, Medical trauma, Murder, Injury/Injury detail, and Classism