Quietly in Their Sleep
Quietly in Their Sleep by Donna Leon, published by Penguin in 2007, is a compelling addition to the Commissario Brunetti mystery series. This edition spans 320 pages and is presented in English. The narrative follows Commissario Brunetti as he investigates the unexpected deaths of five patients, prompted by a young nursing sister’s departure from her convent. Initially, Brunetti finds no evidence of wrongdoing, leading him to question the nun’s motives, but as he delves deeper, he uncovers a potentially dangerous truth.
Readers will find that the story intricately weaves elements of mystery and suspense, showcasing Leon’s skill in crafting engaging plots and her keen insight into Venetian culture. The protagonist’s philosophical nature adds depth to the investigation, as Brunetti navigates the complexities of the case and the implications for the nursing sister. This edition invites readers into a world where moral dilemmas and the pursuit of truth intersect, making it a notable entry in the genre of fiction and detective thrillers.
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Donna Leon’s mastery of plot, her understanding of Venetian manners and mores, and above all her philosophical, unfailingly decent protagonist have made the Commissario Brunetti mysteries bestsellers around the world, including an ever-growing American audience. In “The Death of Faith,” Brunetti comes to the aid of a young nursing sister who is leaving her convent following the unexpected death of five patients. At first Brunetti’s inquiries reveal nothing amiss, and he wonders whether the nun is simply creating a smoke screen to justify abandoning her vocation. But perhaps she has stumbled onto something very real and very sinister’something that puts her life in imminent danger.
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