Wonderful detective novels set in Venice. Donna Leon is an American author living in Venice and her observations of the city and her affection for it couldn't be put to better use. Her books made me feel like I knew Venice before I got there and in fact give you some good tips if you want to experience Venice like a Venetian and not a tourist. Her descriptions of food will make your mouth water!
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Donna Leon is so accurate with her descriptions of Venice. My apartment is close to Ponte Greci and you can follow Commissario Brunetti from the local bar to the coffee shop. I always leave her books in Piccola Perla for guests to read. Considering Venice has the lowest crime rate in Europe, it lends itself to mystery and imagination.
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