
Bruno, Chief of Police
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Narrated by:
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Robert Ian MacKenzie
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By:
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Martin Walker
He has a gun but never wears it; he has the power to arrest but never uses it. But then the murder of an elderly North African who fought in the French army changes everything and galvanizes Bruno's attention: the man was found with a swastika carved into his chest. Bruno soon discovers that even his seemingly perfect corner of la belle France is not exempt from that period's sinister legacy.
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But an elderly Algerian Frenchman resident is murdered and various clues indicate that his death is somehow connected to WW II, Vichy France, Nazism, and the Franco - Algerian troops from that time period. Officers from the National Police arrive in the village to investigate the crime, and Bruno is put in the position of assisting the investigation while trying not to release the secrets of the villagers about activities which are not, strictly speaking, legal.
Other reviewers have compared this book to some of the stories of Alexander McCall Smith. There is a calmness and gentleness to the telling of Bruno's story that is reminiscent of Smith's tales. However, I find Walker's writing, characters and plotting the more interesting and engaging of the two. The plot is interesting enough to keep you engaged, the characters are well fleshed out and likeable, and the writing style takes you along gently. Narrator Robert Ian MacKenzie brings story and characters beautifully to life.
All in all, a most pleasant experience. I expect to read more from this series.
An Engaging "French Cozy "
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Part of that was because I was so surprised by it.
Wrong title I think!
Give it a try!
I am going out to get a french cookbook!
A Surprising GEM loved it!
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Ugh
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Not much of a mystery
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A pleasant surprise
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Interesting plot with WW II REFERENCES.
English author reveals English style in speech and choice of characters
Overall enjoyable but not remarkable.
French countryside mystery with roots in WW II
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Good for listening to while driving
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Good but hardly cozy and gentle!
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If you could sum up Bruno, Chief of Police in three words, what would they be?
Yummy, Intriguing, CurrentWhat other book might you compare Bruno, Chief of Police to and why?
The MC Beaton books, small village, smart cop, with a love life that is unresolved. I like Bruno better though, he is an incredible cook and seems to have a better outlook on life.What about Robert Ian MacKenzie???s performance did you like?
Good characterizations and seemed to capture what the author was intending.Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?
Not that I can remember.Any additional comments?
The writing is good and keeps you listening, wonderful characters, great descriptions and a look at current problems in France that I knew nothing about.A very good listen.
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Trés charmant!
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