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Bruno Chief of Police by Martin Walker Hardcover 1st U.S. Edition 2009
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- Type
- Novel
- Book Series
- Bruno, Chief of Police No. 1
- Narrative Type
- Fiction
- Features
- Dust Jacket
- Country/Region of Manufacture
- United States
- Edition
- First Edition
- ISBN
- 9780307270177
- Book Title
- Bruno, Chief of Police : a Novel of the French Countryside
- Item Length
- 8.7in
- Publisher
- Knopf Doubleday Publishing Group
- Publication Year
- 2009
- Format
- Hardcover
- Language
- English
- Item Height
- 1in
- Genre
- Fiction
- Topic
- Mystery & Detective / Police Procedural, Crime, Mystery & Detective / General
- Item Width
- 6in
- Item Weight
- 16.3 Oz
- Number of Pages
- 288 Pages
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Walker pens the first in a wonderful new series that follows the exploits of Benoit Courreges, affectionately nicknamed Bruno, the chief of police in a small French village in the South of France where the rituals of the caf still rule.
Product Identifiers
Publisher
Knopf Doubleday Publishing Group
ISBN-10
0307270173
ISBN-13
9780307270177
eBay Product ID (ePID)
69838680
Product Key Features
Book Title
Bruno, Chief of Police : a Novel of the French Countryside
Format
Hardcover
Language
English
Topic
Mystery & Detective / Police Procedural, Crime, Mystery & Detective / General
Publication Year
2009
Genre
Fiction
Number of Pages
288 Pages
Dimensions
Item Length
8.7in
Item Height
1in
Item Width
6in
Weight
16.3 Oz
Item Weight
16.3 Oz
Additional Product Features
Lc Classification Number
Pr6073.A413b78 2009
Publication Date
2009-03-24
Reviews
"Martin Walker has not only written an engrossingroman policier, but he has written a book that goes to the very heart of what Francerural, small-town Franceis like. It's a thriller, and full of surprises, but it will also appeal to anybody who loves France.Bruno, Chief of Police, is a wonderful creation. -Michael Korda, author ofCharmed Lives "Hugely enjoyable and absolutely gripping. Martin Walker has got off to a flying start in what promises to be a great series. Bruno will be the Maigret of the Dordogne." -Antony Beevor, author ofParis After the Liberation 1944-1949 "A splendid combination of a complex crime with tangled wartime origins that takes place in a lovingly described French village, and a totally original and sympathetic hero. Absolutely first rate. There must be more to come about Bruno!" -William Pfaff,author ofBarbarian Sentiments: America in the New Century "Martin Walker has found in Bruno a man rooted in theterroirof Perigord, who brings that quirky, lovable part of France alive. This novel is as tasty as a slice of Bruno's local foie gras, topped with a glass of his homemadevin de noix." -David Ignatius, author ofBody of Lies "[A] timely whodunit . . . Without sacrificing asoupçonof the novel's smalltown charm or its characters' endearing quirkiness, Walker deftly drives his plot toward a dark place where old sins breed fresh heartbreak." -Publishers Weekly "[Martin] Walker sets a charming table . . . the civilized approach to detection will likely appeal to fans of Roderic Jeffries's Inspector Alvarez." -Kirkus From the Hardcover edition., "Martin Walker has not only written an engrossingroman policier, but he has written a book that goes to the very heart of what Francerural, small-town Franceis like. It's a thriller, and full of surprises, but it will also appeal to anybody who loves France.Bruno, Chief of Police, is a wonderful creation. -Michael Korda, author ofCharmed Lives "Hugely enjoyable and absolutely gripping. Martin Walker has got off to a flying start in what promises to be a great series. Bruno will be the Maigret of the Dordogne." -Antony Beevor, author ofParis After the Liberation 1944-1949 "A splendid combination of a complex crime with tangled wartime origins that takes place in a lovingly described French village, and a totally original and sympathetic hero. Absolutely first rate. There must be more to come about Bruno!" -William Pfaff,author ofBarbarian Sentiments: America in the New Century "Martin Walker has found in Bruno a man rooted in theterroirof Perigord, who brings that quirky, lovable part of France alive. This novel is as tasty as a slice of Bruno's local foie gras, topped with a glass of his homemadevin de noix." -David Ignatius, author ofBody of Lies "[A] timely whodunit . . . Without sacrificing asoupconof the novel's smalltown charm or its characters' endearing quirkiness, Walker deftly drives his plot toward a dark place where old sins breed fresh heartbreak." -Publishers Weekly "[Martin] Walker sets a charming table . . . the civilized approach to detection will likely appeal to fans of Roderic Jeffries's Inspector Alvarez." -Kirkus From the Hardcover edition., "Martin Walker has not only written an engrossingroman policier, but he has written a book that goes to the very heart of what Francerural, small-town Franceis like. It's a thriller, and full of surprises, but it will also appeal to anybody who loves France.Bruno, Chief of Police, is a wonderful creation. -Michael Korda, author ofCharmed Lives "Hugely enjoyable and absolutely gripping. Martin Walker has got off to a flying start in what promises to be a great series. Bruno will be the Maigret of the Dordogne." -Antony Beevor, author ofParis After the Liberation 1944-1949 "A splendid combination of a complex crime with tangled wartime origins that takes place in a lovingly described French village, and a totally original and sympathetic hero. Absolutely first rate. There must be more to come about Bruno!" -William Pfaff,author ofBarbarian Sentiments: America in the New Century "Martin Walker has found in Bruno a man rooted in theterroirof Perigord, who brings that quirky, lovable part of France alive. This novel is as tasty as a slice of Bruno's local foie gras, topped with a glass of his homemadevin de noix." -David Ignatius, author ofBody of Lies "[A] timely whodunit . . . Without sacrificing asoupçonof the novel's smalltown charm or its characters' endearing quirkiness, Walker deftly drives his plot toward a dark place where old sins breed fresh heartbreak." -Publishers Weekly "[Martin] Walker sets a charming table . . . the civilized approach to detection will likely appeal to fans of Roderic Jeffries's Inspector Alvarez." -Kirkus, "Martin Walker has not only written an engrossingroman policier, but has written a book that goes to the very heart of what Francerural, small-town Franceis like. It's a thriller, and full of surprises, but it will also appeal to anybody who loves France, in much the same way thatAu Bon BeurreandZazie dans le Metrodo, by recreating the splendid complexities of French culture, history and life, and reminding us how different, how very different, it is from our own.Bruno, Chief of Police, is a wonderful creation. -Michael Korda, author ofCharmed LivesandQueenie "A splendid combination of a complex crime with tangled wartime origins that takes place in a lovingly described French village, and a totally original and sympathetic hero. Absolutely first rate. There must be more to come about Bruno!" -William Pfaff,Barbarian Sentiments: America in the New Century "The pleasures of life in the Dordogne, some distinctive well-rounded characters, and an intriguing mystery are a winning combination in Martin Walker'sBruno, Chief of Police. . . Walker's relaxed style and good humor help to bring to life his engaging hero and his delightful home and make one of the most enjoyable books I've read in a long time." -Susanna Yager,Sunday Telegraph "So pervasive and agreeable is the charm of this novel that it might even allow you to pass the time pleasantly as you wait in an airport departure lounge for your long-delayed holiday flight to France." -The Scotsman "Rural France, a bumbling but bright cop, and a vicious crime . . . a clever plot which leads back to the Resistance and the Vichy regime." -Henry Sutton,Daily Mirror "Bruno is a delightful character and Walker's handling of long-held grudges is intelligent and sympathetic." -Laura Wilson,The Guardian "Walker does a wonderful job of bringingla France profondeto life." -John Williams, "Crime Notes,"Mail on Sunday "Bruno, Chief of Policemay be a gentle book but it does not pull its punches. It is well-written, introducing a charming, likeable main character: a satisfying detective story; and conveying a strong love and understanding of the Dordogne region of France." -Eurocrime website, "Martin Walker has not only written an engrossingroman policier, but has written a book that goes to the very heart of what Francerural, small-town Franceis like. It's a thriller, and full of surprises, but it will also appeal to anybody who loves France, in much the same way thatAu Bon BeurreandZazie dans le Metrodo, by recreating the splendid complexities of French culture, history and life, and reminding us how different, how very different, it is from our own.Bruno, Chief of Police, is a wonderful creation. -Michael Korda, author ofCharmed LivesandQueenie "A splendid combination of a complex crime with tangled wartime origins that takes place in a lovingly described French village, and a totally original and sympathetic hero. Absolutely first rate. There must be more to come about Bruno!" -William Pfaff,Barbarian Sentiments: America in the New Century "The pleasures of life in the Dordogne, some distinctive well-rounded characters, and an intriguing mystery are a winning combination in Martin Walker'sBruno, Chief of Police. . . Walker's relaxed style and good humor help to bring to life his engaging hero and his delightful home and make one of the most enjoyable books I've read in a long time." -Susanna Yager,Sunday Telegraph "So pervasive and agreeable is the charm of this novel that it might even allow you to pass the time pleasantly as you wait in an airport departure lounge for your long-delayed holiday flight to France." -The Scotsman "Rural France, a bumbling but bright cop, and a vicious crime . . . a clever plot which leads back to the Resistance and the Vichy regime." -Henry Sutton,Daily Mirror "Bruno is a delightful character and Walker's handling of long-held grudges is intelligent and sympathetic." -Laura Wilson,The Guardian "Walker does a wonderful job of bringingla France profondeto life." -John Williams, "Crime Notes,"Mail on Sunday "Bruno, Chief of Policemay be a gentle book but it does not pull its punches. It is well-written, introducing a charming, likeable main character: a satisfying detective story; and conveying a strong love and understanding of the Dordogne region of France." -Eurocrime website, "So pervasive and agreeable is the charm of this novel that it might even allow you to pass the time pleasantly as you wait in an airport departure lounge for your long-delayed holiday flight to France." -The Scotsman "Walker does a wonderful job of bringingla France profondeto life." -John Williams, "Crime Notes,"Mail on Sunday "Bruno, Chief of Policemay be a gentle book but it does not pull its punches. It is well-written, introducing a charming, likeable main character: a satisfying detective story; and conveying a strong love and understanding of the Dordogne region of France." -Eurocrime website, "Martin Walker has not only written an engrossing roman policier , but he has written a book that goes to the very heart of what Francerural, small-town Franceis like. It's a thriller, and full of surprises, but it will also appeal to anybody who loves France. Bruno, Chief of Police , is a wonderful creation. -Michael Korda, author of Charmed Lives "Hugely enjoyable and absolutely gripping. Martin Walker has got off to a flying start in what promises to be a great series. Bruno will be the Maigret of the Dordogne." -Antony Beevor, author of Paris After the Liberation 1944-1949 "A splendid combination of a complex crime with tangled wartime origins that takes place in a lovingly described French village, and a totally original and sympathetic hero. Absolutely first rate. There must be more to come about Bruno!" -William Pfaff,author of Barbarian Sentiments: America in the New Century "Martin Walker has found in Bruno a man rooted in the terroir of Perigord, who brings that quirky, lovable part of France alive. This novel is as tasty as a slice of Bruno's local foie gras, topped with a glass of his homemade vin de noix ." -David Ignatius, author of Body of Lies "Martin Walker's gentle, entrancing new French crime novel has been an enormous hit across Europe and it is easy to see why. But beneath its obvious professionalism and pleasures, as with its subtly original hero, there are far more hidden strengths and valuable messages than at first meet the eye . . . In an era when most Americans are ignorant of France in its true richness, generosity of spirit, and quality of life, Mr. Walker and his Bruno offer an enchanting introduction into this very real world. The American reading public should flock to join them." -Martin Sieff, The Washington Times "This wonderfully crafted novel is as satisfying as a French pastry but with none of the guilt or calories." -Tucson Citizen's Journal "[A] timely whodunit . . . Without sacrificing a soupcon of the novel's smalltown charm or its characters' endearing quirkiness, Walker deftly drives his plot toward a dark place where old sins breed fresh heartbreak." - Publishers Weekly "A nice literary pairing with the slow-food movement . . . [It is] lovely . . . to linger at the table." -Entertainment Weekly "Highly enjoyable . . . Martin Walker plots with the same finesse with which Bruno can whip up a truffle omelette, and both have a clear appreciation for a life tied to the land." -The Christian Science Monitor "A roman policier . . . that the celebrated Simenon, creator of Inspector Jules Maigret, would have been proud to claim . . . Readers [will] effortlessly enter French consciousness through [this] perspicacious book." -Ben Martin, Baton Rouge Advocate "A paean to the Dordogne, an exploration of fractious French history, and the debut of the most self-possessed, accomplished, even-tempered, life-savoring Holmesian character ever, Walker's first Bruno novel proves once and for all that heavyweight journalists can write mystery novels . . . Walker's love of the place shines through. Readers will look forward to visiting it again with him and the incomparable Bruno." -Lynn Harnett, Seacoast Sunday [New Hampshire] "[Martin] Walker sets a charming table . . . the civilized approach to detection will likely appeal to fans of Roderic Jeffries's Inspector Alvarez." - Kirkus, "So pervasive and agreeable is the charm of this novel that it might even allow you to pass the time pleasantly as you wait in an airport departure lounge for your long-delayed holiday flight to France." -The Scotsman "Walker does a wonderful job of bringingla France profondeto life." -John Williams, "Crime Notes,"Mail on Sunday "Bruno, Chief of Policemay be a gentle book but it does not pull its punches. It is well-written, introducing a charming, likeable main character: a satisfying detective story; and conveying a strong love and understanding of the Dordogne region of France." -Eurocrime website
Copyright Date
2009
Target Audience
Trade
Lccn
2008-042740
Dewey Decimal
813.54
Dewey Edition
22
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