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Review #1
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The appearance of Donna Leon’s annual tale of Commissario Guido Brunetti and city of Venice is a joyful event to look forward to and savor. As the series has progressed over the years, I think that it’s gotten more reflective and deeper into human behavior, foibles, etc.–although it has never been far from that path since the publishing of the first Brunetti book.
“Unto Us a Son is Given” is very much in the mode of the recent books in that its focus is on human folly, and specifically what motivates an elderly man to consider adopting a younger male friend (both men are gay), thus making him the titular heir to the former’s considerable fortune. The older man’s friends–he has many, including Commissario Brunetti and his family–are appalled at his intention as the adoptee-to-be has a highly shady reputation. The ramifications of the adoption eventually drive the crime that occurs midway through the novel. Author Leon provides a nice twist at the conclusion, as is a fitting punishment for the perpetrator.
For this reader, there was an agreeable, civilized vibe throughout the novel. The Brunetti household continues to be a solid, positive family unit. The relationship with Brunetti’s in-laws ages like a bottle of great Brunello (or Barolo, if you prefer). Brunetti’s troublesome boss shows a rare human side. Signorina Elletra adds sly humor and class to the scene. Eventually, the inevitable Italianate cynicism does make an appearance and, to be sure, it is accompanied by the tragedy that it portends. There is a kind of verbal shrug implied at the conclusion, implying that even the best of persons can be self-absorbed and unmindful of possible consequences.
Review #2
Unto Us a Son Is Given audiobook in series Commissario Brunetti Mysteries
I’ve read all of the Brunetti novels and always found them a pleasure. Over the years the mysteries involved have been shifting to.. well, not so much mysteries as explorations of the the moral and ethical choices made by people and the effects of those choices, seen mostly though not only through the perceptive mind of Brunetti. The plotline of this novel may be slight but that’s not the point. The discussions of the issues involved prove both fascinating and moving as they flow from various perspectives.
Oh, there’s a murder rather late in the story, and while the reader knows who the killer must be, that doesn’t prevent the inevitable climax from being deeply satisfying, a moment very much to be savored.
Review #3
Audiobook Unto Us a Son Is Given by Donna Leonm
I have loved Donna Leon books for years, or I should say had loved Donna Leon books. The first books had multiple plot lines and wonderful insights about Venice. But no more. First she started harping on topics — human trafficking, bag boys — and the most recent two books have been almost plotless. I swore after her memoir that I wouldn’t buy any more books from a woman who seemed to me cruel and bigoted. I succumbed this time. But no more. If you want to read Ms Leon, read the first dozen or so books. Skip the last 10 or so. One star only because I couldn’t give no stars.
I love all Donna Leon’s “Commissario Brunetti” books, and was waiting eagerly for this one. Even trying hard to ration myself, it still only took me three days to read! Brunetti has moved on from his early days, and is much more introspective these days; his delightful family life plays such a large part in the stories – in fact I really think that now they are more about his family, human nature and what we are doing to our world than about the detection hook on which they are hung. There is humour, tragedy, selfishness, generosity, greed, pomposity, love, hatred ….. in fact you could say “All human life is there” – and all in the unique and sublime setting of La Serenissima herself, the beautiful city of Venice. I do hope there are more Brunetti books lined up. I shall just have to go back to the beginning and re-read them all!
Review #4
Audio Unto Us a Son Is Given narrated by David Colacci
I think Ms Leon has forgotten that she is writing a murder mystery in her newest Brunetti novel. A murder doesn’t occur until the novel is two thirds of the way through, and the victim is someone who appears from left field. The story involves an elderly gay man and best friend of Brunetti’s father-in-law, who decides to adopt his much younger lover as his son, much to the chagrin of his friends and family. The killer is obvious right from the beginning as is the motive as soon as the murder finally occurs. Much filler here, walks, meals etc. I have read all twenty-eight Brunetti novels always hopeful of a good story, but this one is the worst. Slow moving and tired. Two stars because it still reminds me of beautiful Venice.
Review #5
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In this Leon as in all the rest, we are treated to brief tours of the city of Venice, to updates about the Brunetti children, in-laws, workmates etc., especially the amazing signorina. All of these items make one feel at home with the story and its inhabitants. The story, however, is quite brief, predictable, with one surprise that hardly even seems like a surprise. Deep thoughts permeate the plot as Brunetti thinks more deeply as he ages. These are characters who live on the pages with us. I would have liked more of them and more of a story. I look forward to the next Brunetti.
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