The Curse of La Fontaine
Author: Longworth, M. L.
ISBN: 9780143110941
Publisher: Penguin Group USA
Year first published: 03 Jul 2017
Pages: 320
Format: Paperback / softback
From M.L. Longworth, the sixth book in the Verlaque and Bonnet mystery series set in Aix-en-Provence.
In this captivating installment of M. L. Longworth's acclaimed series, our newlywed investigators contend with their most sinister challenge yet: a centuries-old curse
Proven al Mystery Series #6
Watch the series! Murder in Provence is now on Britbox.
Chef Sigisbert "Bear"Valetshas just opened his own restaurant, La Fontaine, in Aix-en-Provence. It's an immediate success-glowing reviews and a loyal clientele, including our favorite investigative duo, Verlaque and Bonnet. But when he decides to extend his restaurant's seating into a historic courtyard, some very powerful neighbors are against him.The local historical society wants the courtyard, which witnessed a seventeenth-century hanging and two World War II-era murders, to remain untouched.
Valets charges on, even after a skeleton is found buried next to the courtyard's ancient fountain. But when Valets begins receiving threatening letters, he becomes convinced that his life is in danger. And then the fountain inexplicably stops running.By disturbing the garden, has Bear triggered an age-old curse? And can newlyweds Verlaque and Bonnet solve the mystery before someone else ends up dead? Set against the blossoming backdrop of the south of France, M. L. Longworth's latest is sure to thrill fans ofDonna Leon and Andrea Camilleri.
"Beguiling . . . Longworth evokes the pleasures of France in delicious detail-great wine, delicious meals, and fine company."-Publishers Weekly
ISBN: 9780143110941
Publisher: Penguin Group USA
Year first published: 03 Jul 2017
Pages: 320
Format: Paperback / softback
From M.L. Longworth, the sixth book in the Verlaque and Bonnet mystery series set in Aix-en-Provence.
In this captivating installment of M. L. Longworth's acclaimed series, our newlywed investigators contend with their most sinister challenge yet: a centuries-old curse
Proven al Mystery Series #6
Watch the series! Murder in Provence is now on Britbox.
Chef Sigisbert "Bear"Valetshas just opened his own restaurant, La Fontaine, in Aix-en-Provence. It's an immediate success-glowing reviews and a loyal clientele, including our favorite investigative duo, Verlaque and Bonnet. But when he decides to extend his restaurant's seating into a historic courtyard, some very powerful neighbors are against him.The local historical society wants the courtyard, which witnessed a seventeenth-century hanging and two World War II-era murders, to remain untouched.
Valets charges on, even after a skeleton is found buried next to the courtyard's ancient fountain. But when Valets begins receiving threatening letters, he becomes convinced that his life is in danger. And then the fountain inexplicably stops running.By disturbing the garden, has Bear triggered an age-old curse? And can newlyweds Verlaque and Bonnet solve the mystery before someone else ends up dead? Set against the blossoming backdrop of the south of France, M. L. Longworth's latest is sure to thrill fans ofDonna Leon and Andrea Camilleri.
"Beguiling . . . Longworth evokes the pleasures of France in delicious detail-great wine, delicious meals, and fine company."-Publishers Weekly
