Unlike many crime thrillers where the city is just a backdrop, Naples is a character in this book. De Giovanni captures the dichotomy of the city: the chaotic traffic, the decaying beauty of the architecture, the oppressive heat, and the stark contrast between the wealthy "upper crust" and the gritty streets. You can smell the coffee and hear the shouting in the alleys.
The premise is unique and immediately gripping. The Pizzofalcone police precinct is on the verge of being shut down due to corruption and incompetence. To save it, the headquarters transfers in four "problem" detectives from other stations—each with a scandal, a vice, or a tragic history that ruined their reputation. torrent maurizio de giovanni i b
The most fascinating data point is audio. De Giovanni is one of the few European authors whose audiobooks are wildly pirated. In Italy, the voice of actor (who narrates the series) is considered a national treasure. On torrent trackers, you will find the complete I Bastardi saga ripped from Audible within 48 hours of release. Unlike many crime thrillers where the city is
This contemporary police procedural series is set in Naples and follows a group of "misfit" detectives. The premise is unique and immediately gripping