The Potter's Field (Inspector Montalbano Mysteries, Book 13)

ISBN: 1455116971

Author: Andrea Camilleri

Condition: New

Product Description [MP3CD audiobook format in Vinyl case.] { Translated by Stephen Sartarelli } { Read by Grover Gardner } Witty and entertaining, the Montalbano novels by Andrea Camilleri--a master of the Italian detective story--have become favorites of mystery fans everywhere. In this latest installment (#13 in the series), an unidentified corpse is found near Vigta, a town known for its soil rich with potter s clay. Meanwhile, a woman reports the disappearance of her husband, a Colombian man with Sicilian origins who turns out to be related to a local mobster. Then Inspector Montalbano remembers the story from the Bible--Judas' betrayal, the act of remorse, and the thirty pieces of silver for the potter's field, where those of unknown or foreign origin are to be buried--and slowly, through myriad betrayals, finds his way to the solution to the crime. Review Praise for Andrea Camilleri: ''The novels of Andrea Camilleri breathe out the sense of place, the sense of humor, and the sense of despair that fill the air of Sicily.'' --Donna Leon ''[Camilleri] cleverly balances a compelling story line with engaging characters.'' --Publishers Weekly (starred review)Praise for The Potter's Field: ''One of the best installments in the entire 'Inspector Montalbano' series.'' --New York Journal of Books ''Clever...As usual, Montalbano wants to wrap up [the] cases quickly so he can get back to his real work - sleeping, eating, drinking, and dealing with his long-distance girlfriend, Livia.'' --Publishers Weekly''Montalbano has never been one for just the facts, ma'am, but his thirteenth recorded case goes appealingly over the top into slapstick and character-driven farce. Especially recommended for series fans and mystery readers who enjoy the journey more than the solution.'' --Kirkus Reviews ''Filled with Camilleri's usual humor and irreverence, this story will delight more than just his fans. Prolific [audiobook] reader (more than 700 titles to his credit) Grover Gardner has narrated every English translation of this mystery series, and he continues to be the perfect voice for the irascible Montalbano. Recommended.'' --Library Journal(starred audio review) About the Author Reader Bio: ANDREA CAMILLERI is the internationally bestselling author of the Inspector Montalbano mystery series and several historical novels set in nineteenth-century Sicily. His books have been translated into eight languages. He lives in Rome.Translator Bio: STEPHEN SARTARELLI is an award-winning translator and poet. He lives in France.