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Here is Peter Mayle at his effervescent best--his master sleuth Sam Levitt eating drinking and romancing his way through the South of France even as he investigates a case of deadly intrigue among the Rivieras jet setBillionaire Francis Reboul is taking in the view at his coastal estate awaiting the arrival of vacationing friends Sam Levitt and Elena Morales when he spies a massive yacht whose passengers seem a little too interested in his property The yacht belongs to rapacious Russian tycoon Oleg Vronsky who for his own purposes will stop at nothing to obtain Rebouls villa When Reboul refuses to sell Vronskys methods quickly turn unsavory Now its up to Sam--hes saved Rebouls neck before--to negotiate with an underworld of mercenaries and hit men not to mention the Corsican mafia to prevent his friend from becoming a victim of Vronskys Russian diplomacy The dire situation doesnt stop Sam and Elena from attending glamorous fxEAtes where the wines and starlets alike sparkle and enjoying sumptuous meals--from multicourse revelations to understated delights like the first asparagus of the season on which one must make a wish But as Sams sleuthing draws him closer to the truth of Vronskys schemes he realizes Reboul might not be the only one unable to enjoy the good life for longBrimming with entertaining twists sparkling scenery and mouthwatering gustatory interludes as only Peter Mayle can write them The Corsican Caper is a one-way ticket to pleasure ProvenxEal style.
About the Author
Peter Mayle is the author of sixteen books. A recipient of the Légion d'Honneur from the French government for his cultural contributions, he lived in Provence with his wife, Jennie, for more than twenty-five years. He died in January 2018.
