The Jewels of Paradise

Caterina Pellegrini, a native Venetian with a doctorate in baroque opera, finds herself in Manchester, far from her beloved Venice. Yearning for home, she eagerly seizes a job opportunity that allows her to return. This standalone novel by Donna Leon introduces a fresh protagonist navigating the challenges of cultural displacement and the longing for one's roots, offering a unique perspective distinct from her acclaimed Commissario Guido Brunetti series.