Detective Nic Costa finds himself a stranger in a strange land when he's sent to infiltrate the mob in a remote part of southern Italy. Roman police detective Nic Costa has been sent undercover to Italy's beautiful, remote Calabrian coast to bring in the head of the feared mob, the `Ndrangheta, who has offered to turn state witness for reasons of his own.Hoping to reel in the biggest prize the state police have seen in years, the infamous Butcher...

A story of unexpected circumstance and lesson in making the best of what you have, 'My Italian Bulldozer' is a warm holiday read guaranteed to put a smile on your face.

A dark and powerful goddess hunts for three jewels: fallen stars that will give her endless power. To save the world, six friends have joined forces to stop her. Now, on the beautiful island of Capri, their battle continues...Mermaid Annika is proud to have been chosen for such an important quest. But now that her identity has been revealed, her time is running out. She knows that soon she must return to her people. But she also knows that she is...

During the interrogation of an entitled, arrogant man suspected of giving drugs to a young girl who then died, Commissario Guido Brunetti acts rashly, doing something he will quickly come to regret. In the fallout, he begins to doubt his career choices and realises that he needs a break, needs to get away from the stifling problems of his work. Granted leave from the Questura, Brunetti is shipped off by his wife, Paola, to a villa owned by a wealthy...

This guide to Venice includes a colour map section, the pick of places to eat, sleep and shop, walking tours, on and off the beaten path, excursion details and a language section and food glossary.

When a well-known British TV historian, Marmaduke Godolphin, is found murdered in the canals of Venice during carnival, stabbed by a stiletto blade, the Venetian police are eager to have the case solved and cleared up within a day - murder is bad for tourism! The police recruit the help of retired archivist, Arnold Clover. Godolphin had hired his services on arriving in Venice to help sort through some historical papers of note. These dusty documents...

Delicious cuisine, spectacular art and lush landscapes await in Florence and Tuscany. Whether you want to sample delicious Tuscan food and wine, gaze at the iconic Leaning Tower of Pisa or browse eclectic markets in Florence, your 'DK Eyewitness' travel guide makes sure you experience all that this region has to offer.

This guide offers the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you in Venice and the Veneto. Absorb the architecture and mosaics at Basilica di San Marco, cruise the Grand Canal on a gondola, trace the development of Venetian art at Gallerie dell'Accademia; all with your trusted travel companion.

From the artistic treasure trove of Renaissance Florence to remote Etruscan ruins and rolling vine-covered fields, this guide will help you unravel the secrets of this fascinating region of Italy.

Lonely Planet's 'Florence & Tuscany' is a comprehensive guide that extensively covers all the region has to offer, with recommendations for both popular and lesser-known experiences. Marvel at Tuscan cuisines, outdoor activities, Florence's artistic heritage and Tuscan personalities; all with your trusted travel companion.