'An unputdownable thriller' Gregory Dowling
'It is no surprise to find that Philip Gwynne Jones lives in Venice...
art and architecture interweave into a story that builds to an almost
surreal climax' Daily Mail
'Gwynne Jones's talent for evoking place and atmosphere is clear as
ever' Literary Review
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To tell the truth is a revolutionary act.
Battered by floods and crushed by overtourism, the city of Venice faces
an uncertain future. The election of a new Mayor, therefore, has never
felt more important.
As the candidates jostle for position and alliances are made and
promises broken, Andrea Mazzon, a controversial writer and historian,
emerges as a strong candidate.
Nathan Sutherland, meanwhile, has more important things on his mind as
he investigates the case of an elderly British academic who has
disappeared whilse researching the fate of his grandfather during the
Great War. The trail leads to a remote Common-wealth war cemetery where,
under the ice and snow, Nathan makes a discovery that links the terrible
events of a century ago with the electoral campaign in La Serenissima. A
campaign that might ultimately set the victor on the road to the
Senate - and on the road to murder. . .
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Praise for Philip Gwynne Jones
'Superb - always gripping, beautifully constructed and vivid' Stephen
Glover
'Clever and great fun' The Times
'Sinister and shimmering, The Venetian Game is as haunting and darkly
elegant as Venice itself' L.S. Hilton, bestselling author of Maestra
'The Venetian setting is vividly described... good, fluid writing makes
for easy reading' Literary Review
'Un-put-downable . . . If you love Venice, you'll love this because
you'll be transported there in an instant. If you've not been to Venice,
read this book and then go. If you like intrigue, and a clever plot,
you'll love this book' Amazon reviewer, 5*****
'The lively, colourful narrative scuds along as briskly as a water
taxi...you'll enjoy the ride' Italia Magazine
