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Violence
Some
Murder with racial and political motivation
Language
Barely any
Mild language
Sexual Content
Some
Romantic and sensual scenes
Substance Use
Barely any
Brief alcohol references
Emotional Intensity
Barely any
Low psychological intensity
What this book is about
Bruno Courreges, the beloved chief of police of Saint-Denis in the Périgord, investigates the brutal murder of an elderly North African war veteran. Navigating French politics, small-town loyalties, and a possible hate crime, Bruno pursues justice while celebrating the food, wine, and rhythms of village life in this atmospheric debut.
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Murder with racial/political motivation
Mild sexual content
Violence
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