The Waters of Eternal Youth by Donna LeonMy rating: 5 of 5 stars
I'm always afraid to start reading a new book by an author I know and love, as you never know if this last book will be as good as the others (I've had surprises in this area!). With Donna Leon, I never worry. Once again she has written an amazing book, the 25th, in the series, featuring Commissario Guido Brunetti.
When Brunetti is asked by a friend of his mother in law, a Venetian Countess just like her, to look back into an accident her grand-daughter suffered 15 years ago, he gladly obliges and stars inquiring into a case that went cold before it was even opened and was ruled an accident.
Besides Brunetti, we find the usual set of great characters: fiery Paola, the lovely signorina Elettra, Vianello, Patta and Scarpa. And the food! The amazing food is also present.
This is not only a crime-thriller series. It depicts Italy's political and social situation perfectly. Many of the books end, sadly, with Brunetti not being able to do much (or anything). In this book, however, the ending gives him hope, and that was a plus for this excellent book.
I received an ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review.
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