David Downie Libri

Set against the stunning backdrop of Italy's Ligurian coast, the story follows Commissioner Daria Vinci as she investigates the suspicious circumstances surrounding the disappearance of Joe Gary, a wealthy Italian-American with a shady past. As an outsider in Genoa's Special Operations Directorate, Daria navigates a treacherous landscape filled with mob ties, political intrigue, and a cast of colorful characters, including a Fascist police chief and a vengeful centenarian, all while unraveling a mystery that intertwines beauty and danger.

Focusing on the culinary landscape of Rome, this guidebook categorizes local dining options, gourmet shops, and wine venues by neighborhood. It features intriguing sidebars that delve into the city’s rich culinary history and culture, highlighting traditions like the watermelon festival and the significance of local ingredients such as artichokes and strawberries. The text also explores notable historical figures and events related to Roman cuisine, offering insights into the evolution of dining and winemaking in the Eternal City.

These are complete guides with categories that include: -- Hotels for people who hate tour groups and conventioneers -- Hotels for visitors who confuse cash and class -- Hotels for people who wear black clothes -- Hotels for people with old money -- Hotels for people with new money -- Restaurants to revitalize a 27-year-old marriage -- Must-sees for visitors from Minsk -- Best free Happy Hour munchies -- Top leather bars -- And much, much more!This is a totally fresh, new approach to travel writing for the sophisticated, young-spirited traveler who is tired of the fatuous cliches and dry promotional fluff that passes for guidebook writing today. Travel books will never be the same again!

Roman Murder in the Catacombs, the Second Daria Vinci Investigation. For Commissioner Daria Vinci, it was supposed to be a night off, attending a benefit concert for the Institute of America in Rome. But little did the wealthy, distinguished guests know that beneath their feet, in the ancient catacombs, a very different kind of gathering was being held. One that would end in murder. In Roman Roulette, the second Daria Vinci investigation, the glamorous and high-principled police commissioner of DIGOS, Italy’s FBI, must investigate what at first seems a simple case of suicide. In doing so, she attracts the attention of her boss, the Questor of the Province of Rome, who has his own reasons for wanting her off the case. Now, Daria Vinci must solve the murder in 36 hours, while risking her career and, possibly, her life.

Presents a guide to the districts of Paris, describing the history, buildings, landscape, social customs, and people of the city in each section