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Murder on the Vine

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Murder on the Vine by Camilla Trinchieri is a captivating crime thriller set in the picturesque Italian countryside. The story follows detective Nico Doyle as he investigates a complex murder case interwoven with local wine culture and long-held secrets. As he delves deeper into the mystery, Nico uncovers a series of twists that reveal unexpected connections and motivations among the townspeople, keeping readers on the edge of their seats.
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You might enjoy this book if you’re intrigued by a gripping crime and thriller set in the quintessential Italian countryside. The story masterfully blends the charm of a picturesque vineyard with a suspenseful murder mystery, offering a perfect mix of intriguing characters and atmospheric tension. Fans of immersive, culturally rich settings woven with suspenseful plots will find this an enticing read.

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Ex-NYPD homicide detective Nico Doyle investigates the murder of a local bartender in the Tuscan countryside.

On a late October Sunday morning in Gravigna, local maresciallo Perillo is having breakfast with ex-NYPD detective Nico Doyle when he is called back to the station in Greve. Laura Benati, the young manager of Hotel Bella Vista, is worriedβ€”her bartender and good friend, eighty-year-old Cesare Costanzi, has been missing for three days.

The next morning, Jimmy, co-owner of Bar All'Angolo, Gravigna's local cafΓ©, where Nico is a frequent patron, runs out of fuel on his way back from Florence. When Nico meets him to help, Nico's dog, OneWag, reacts to the smell coming from Jimmy's boot. Inside, Nico finds a body wrapped in plasticβ€”Cesare Costanzi, stabbed several times in the chest.

Why would anyone kill Cesare, and how did he end up in Jimmy's car? That's for Nico to find out, as Perillo once again turns to Nico for help with the investigation.

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Camilla Trinchieri's Murder on the Vine is celebrated for intertwining a vibrant mystery with rich Italian culinary and cultural details. Critics praise the picturesque Tuscan setting, charming characters, and the intriguing plot, comparing it to beloved series like those of Agatha Christie and Martin Walker. The story's blend of food, wine, and a compelling detective narrative has made it a delightful favourite among fans of international mysteries.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781641294836

Publisher: Soho Press

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 08 August 2023

Country: United States

Imprint: Soho Press

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 139.0mm

Height: 209.0mm

Weight: 250g

Pages: 360

About the Author

Camilla Trinchieri worked for many years dubbing films in Rome with directors including Federico Fellini, Pietro Germi, Franco Rosi, Lina Wertmüller and Luchino Visconti. She immigrated to the US in 1980 and received her MFA in Creative Writing from Columbia University. Under the pseudonym Camilla Crespi, she has published eight mysteries. As Camilla Trinchieri, she is the author of The Price of Silence, Seeking Alice, and three Tuscan mysteries.

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