Cathy C. (cathyskye) -
When I began reading The Dance of the Seagull and learned that Montalbano was going on vacation with Livia, I groaned out loud. I'm not a fan of Livia; it seems that all she and the inspector can do when they're together is misunderstand each other and fight. I'd much rather deal with clues and dead bodies. But as soon as Montalbano steps foot inside the station and learns about Fazio, we are immediately immersed in an investigation.
Montalbano, the old grouch, seldom gets the sleep he needs, but now he seems to be getting flashes of "second sight" along with his insomnia. I love to watch this character put together completely disparate occurrences to form kernels of knowledge that tell him what's happened. All homicide detectives should be so lucky. He's also fortunate in the team he's brought together, and The Dance of the Seagull shows us exactly what each member is willing to do for the others. These men aren't simply co-workers who put their lives on the line; they are also friends, and-- most importantly-- family.
No Montalbano mystery is complete without a scene starring fan favorite Catarella and a few more showcasing the mouthwatering food of Sicily. This entire series is a gem, and one of the best pieces of translation I've come across in my reading. I've been with this series since the beginning (The Shape of Water), and the cast of characters, the setting, and the mysteries have me completely hooked. I'm not about to miss a single installment, and if you give the series a try, you'll probably find yourself feeling the same way.
Montalbano, the old grouch, seldom gets the sleep he needs, but now he seems to be getting flashes of "second sight" along with his insomnia. I love to watch this character put together completely disparate occurrences to form kernels of knowledge that tell him what's happened. All homicide detectives should be so lucky. He's also fortunate in the team he's brought together, and The Dance of the Seagull shows us exactly what each member is willing to do for the others. These men aren't simply co-workers who put their lives on the line; they are also friends, and-- most importantly-- family.
No Montalbano mystery is complete without a scene starring fan favorite Catarella and a few more showcasing the mouthwatering food of Sicily. This entire series is a gem, and one of the best pieces of translation I've come across in my reading. I've been with this series since the beginning (The Shape of Water), and the cast of characters, the setting, and the mysteries have me completely hooked. I'm not about to miss a single installment, and if you give the series a try, you'll probably find yourself feeling the same way.
