“Artfully understated. . . . [An] elegant series.”—The New York Times Book Review   “The richest mystery here, however, is Florence itself, whose intricate politics and class structure Nabb parses with precision and wit. . . . Nabb is sweetly droll.”—The Washington Post Book World   “[Nabb] writes in graceful, calm prose.”—The Associated Press   “Lovely measured language. . . . Offers such pleasures as great local atmosphere and rich characterizations.”—Publishers Weekly   “Lean, elegant prose that surpasses the best of Simenon.”—Kirkus Reviews   “[A] superb series.”—Booklist   “Guarnaccia’s Florence is a delightful place to visit.
