Mystery
The Shape of Water
2005·240 pages
Inspector Montalbano investigates a politician's scandalous death in Sicily, blending humor and cynicism.
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Inspector Montalbano investigates a politician's scandalous death in Sicily, blending humor and cynicism.
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The Shape of Water is the first book in the sly, witty, and engaging Inspector Montalbano mystery series with its sardonic take on Sicilian life. Silvio Lupanello, a big-shot in Vigàta, is found dead in his car with his pants around his knees. The car happens to be parked in a part of town used by prostitutes and drug dealers, and as the news of his death spreads, the rumors begin. Enter Inspector Salvo Montalbano, Vigàta's most respected detective. With his characteristic mix of humor, cynicism...
What's Inside
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Romance & sex
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Moderate references to prostitution and a suggestive death scene; not graphic.
Violence & gore
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Minor violence; a death is central but not graphically described.
Profanity
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Minor use of strong language; not frequent or severe.
Substance use
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Brief mentions of drug dealing in the setting; not central.
LGBTQ+ Rep.
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No evidence found in available sources.
Religious content
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Magic & witchcraft
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Occult / demonology
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Political content
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Moderate focus on corruption and power in Sicilian politics.
Self-harm / suicide
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No evidence found in available sources.
Abuse & suffering
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Other
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