La Connexion Charlemagne | Cartmel

The second book in the Inspector Truchaud series finds the reserved policeman solving yet another mystery in the small village of Nuits-Saint-Georges in Burgundy. A young German tourist has gone missing, leading to a seemingly straightforward investigation that takes a dark turn when a decomposing body is discovered in the woods. Another tale of murder, mystery, violence, and deceit unfolds amidst the serene vineyards of Burgundy. Praise for The Charlemagne Connection: Just as the vineyards of Nuits-Saint-Georges, Cartmel excels as he reunites with the laconic and witty crime solver Frances. With plenty of twists, surprises, and a mix of villainy, violence, and winemaking, The Charlemagne Connection offers an engaging and intellectually satisfying read. - Sam Millar, New York Review of Books