A review by thelaurasaurus
A Noble Radiance by Donna Leon

mysterious medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

I enjoyed seeing more from the count (Paola's dad), but what felt like 

some interesting build up to a bit of family drama in the end went unrealised. I'm glad that this installment didn't have any convoluted scenes where someone is under guard, but doesn't seem to be guarded at all times. However, Brunetti revealed a new string to his bow of poor quality detective decisions, letting the murder suspect get changed out of his blood stained clothing because he felt sorry for him.

Honestly, I sometimes have sympathy for Vice-Questatore Patta. 

This one was a bit less ranty about corruption/politics/the catholic church than some previous installments.