The Marshal Makes His Report
The Marshal Makes His Report by Magdalen Nabb, published by Crime Club in 1992, presents a compelling mystery set against the backdrop of the Palazzo Ulderighi. When Buongianni Corsi is discovered dead in the courtyard, his family quickly dismisses the possibility of foul play, particularly his wife, the Marchesa, whose influence complicates the investigation. Marshal Guarnaccia, however, senses that the circumstances surrounding the death are not as straightforward as they appear, prompting him to delve deeper into the case despite the risks involved.
Readers will find a narrative that explores themes of integrity and the struggle against familial power dynamics. As Guarnaccia navigates the intricacies of the Palazzo, filled with hidden passageways and secrets, he grapples with the tension between his duty and the pressure to conform to the family’s narrative. The haunting music echoing through the halls adds an atmospheric layer to the unfolding mystery, inviting readers to ponder the true nature of the events that transpired. This edition spans 223 pages and is presented in English, offering a rich exploration of the mystery and detective genre.
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When the body of Buongianni Corsi is found lying face down in the courtyard of the Palazzo Ulderighi there seems no doubt in the minds of his family that his death was an accident. The Marchesa, wife of the dead man, will entertain no other possibility and her power and status in the city means that Marshal Guarnaccia questions at his peril. But question he does.
The death could have been suicide, or even murder. Guarnaccia knows something is not quite right, and resents being expected to go along with any possible cover up. The Palazzo is a maze of passageways, darkened corridors, locked rooms and something else, a family secret. Can he ignore his instincts and his integrity? Should he press on with the case, risk his job, and maybe more? As he paces the courtyard of the Palazzo, he is haunted by the strange piano and flute music that filters down from above, as well as by the irresistible conviction that something truly sinister has happened there…
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