Blood from a Stone

Donna Leon

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In Blood from a Stone, Donna Leon presents another gripping mystery featuring the Venetian detective Commissario Guido Brunetti. The story begins when Brunetti is called to investigate the brutal murder of a foreigner in a luxury apartment in Venice. The victim is a man with a shadowy background who worked as a street vendor, selling knock-off designer handbags. As Brunetti digs deeper into the case, he discovers a complex web of illegal activities, including human trafficking, exploitation, and the shady underworld of counterfeit goods. The investigation uncovers a network of connections that lead Brunetti through the labyrinth of Venetian society, revealing corruption and dark secrets lurking beneath the surface of the city’s charm.

Brunetti's pursuit of justice becomes more personal as he grapples with the moral dilemmas presented by the case. He encounters resistance from various quarters, from the police force to the powerful business elite, who have their own vested interests in keeping the truth buried. As the investigation unfolds, Brunetti's relationships with his colleagues, especially his trusted assistant Vianello, provide a human element to the story. The novel not only delves into the intricacies of the crime but also highlights the larger issues of morality, corruption, and the complexities of justice in a city where the lines between right and wrong are often blurred. Through his thoughtful and often contemplative approach to the case, Brunetti is forced to confront the harsh realities of life in Venice, while the reader is taken on a thrilling journey into the city’s underbelly.