London,1999. Michael Keats is mourning the death of his wife, killed in a hit and run accident in Northern Italy. His discovery that she had been having an affair devastates him and he sets out to find the identity of her lover. That journey leads him to the villages of the Valtellina, where he becomes embroiled in a crime of treachery and revenge. The brutal repercussions of the war are still reverberating, and as Michael uncovers the truth of his wife's affair, he reveals five decades of duplicity and deception.

Kerr brings brilliantly to life a north Italian valley community where the heroism and betrayal of its local resistance against Nazi occupiers still cast long shadows

About the Author
Gordon Kerr worked in bookselling and publishing before becoming a full-time writer. He is the author of several titles including A Short History of Europe, A Short History of Africa, A Short History of China, A Short History of Brazil,A Short History of the First World War and A Short History of the Vietnam War. He divides his time between Dorset and Southwest France

Reviews
'Kerr brings brilliantly to life a north Italian community in his debut crime title'. The Times Crime Club. 'A well-paced novel that keeps the curiosity piqued throughout' Glasgow Herald. 'An enthralling story of love and betrayal' Books Scotland. 'Riveting. I absolutely loved the book' Alan Giles, former MD, Waterstones



Book Information
ISBN 9781999313593
Author Gordon Kerr
Format Paperback
Page Count 336
Imprint Muswell Press
Publisher Muswell Press