Shadows on the Lake
Shadows on the Lake by Giovanni Cocco is a 3rd edition atmospheric mystery novel published by Penguin in 2017. This English-language book spans 310 pages and introduces readers to Inspector Stefania Valenti, a clever and determined police inspector. Set against the backdrop of Lake Como, the story begins with the discovery of a young man’s remains during road construction on the Cappelletti family’s property, prompting an investigation that delves into the region’s complex history.
As Inspector Valenti navigates the case, her inquiry leads her back to World War II, uncovering connections to smugglers, deserters, secret agents, and fleeing Jews. The narrative intertwines personal and historical elements, revealing a family’s secret and a tragic romance while exploring the rich tapestry of Italian history. Readers will find a blend of mystery and detective work, set in the evocative landscape of Northern Italy, as Valenti’s investigation unfolds.
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A new atmospheric Italian mystery novel set in Lake Como, introducing the clever and captivating Inspector Stefania Valenti
During the construction of a new road to the Swiss border in the mountains above Lake Como, the remains of a young man are unearthed on the powerful Cappelletti family’s property. On the case is Stefania Valenti, forty-five, divorced with a young daughter, and a brilliant, determined police inspector.
Her investigation takes her back to World War II and deep into the history of the region, a place that during the war attracted smugglers, deserters, secret agents, and fleeing Jews. Steeped in the beautiful atmosphere of Northern Italy, Valenti’s investigation brings to light a family’s secret, a tragic romance, and reveals a fascinating piece of Italian history.
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