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Requiem in Yquem
(2017)(Book 13 in the Winemaker Detective series)
A novel by Jean-Pierre Alaux and Noël Balen
One of those rare breaks in the daily hubbub, the "addictive" Winemaker Detective series is back, offering a journey through French wine country peppered with reflexions on greed, remorse, and friendship.
In the mist-covered hills of Sauternes, where the wine is luscious and the landscape beguiling, the brutal murder of an elderly couple intrigues the wine expert Benjamin Cooker and awakens memories for his dashing assistant Virgile Lanssien. Drawn into the investigation, the two journey through the storied Sauternes countryside, where the Château d’Yquem has reigned for centuries. Will the murder go unexplained and the killer remain free? The Winemaker Detective’s discernment and incessant curiosity push investigators to look deeper, while Virgile rekindles memories of his days at school and questions the meaning of his life.
In another satisfying wine novel with a French flair, authors Jean-Pierre Alaux and Noël Balen give readers a perfectly intoxicating combination of French wine, gourmet meals, and mystery in the gloriously described Sauternes wine region with all the scenery, scents, and sounds of France. This light, fun mystery combines amateur sleuths, food, and wine in a wonderfully French mystery novel that doubles as a travel guide. It is a new kind of read on the international mystery and crime scene: a pitch-perfect, wine-infused, French-style cozy mystery.
Praise for the series
“The perfect mystery to read with a glass of vino in hand.” —Shelf Awareness, starred review
“Light and enjoyable... If you feel like taking an armchair tour of France, they hit just the right spot.” —Mystery Scene Magazine
“Masterful.“ —Star Tribune
“Beautifully done.” —Bookloons
“Decadent, delicious, and delightful, the Winemaker Detective series blends an immersion in French countryside, winemaking, and gourmet attitude with mystery and intrigue.” —Wine Industry Network Advisor
“A fun and informative take on the cozy crime mystery, French style.” —Eurocrime
“It is easy to see why this series has a following. The descriptive language is captivating... crackling, interesting dialogue, and persona.” —Foreword Reviews
“The authors of the Winemaker Detective series hit that mark each and every time.” —Student of Opinions
“Francophiles, history buffs, mystery fans, oenophiles will want to add the entire series to their reading shelf.” —The Discerning Reader
“Intrigue and plenty of good eating and drinking... will whet appetites of fans of both Iron Chef and Murder, She Wrote.” —Booklist
“One of my favorite series to turn to when I’m looking for something cozy and fun!” —Back to Books
“Wine lovers and book lovers, for a perfect break in the shadows of your garden or under the sun on the beach, get a glass of wine, and enjoy this cozy mystery. Even your gray cells will enjoy!” —Library Cat
“Recommended for those who like the journey, with good food and wine, as much as the destination.” —Writing About Books
“The reader is given a fascinating look into the goings on in the place the story is set and at the people who live there, not to mention all the wonderful food and drinks.” —The Book Girl’s Book Blog
“A quick, entertaining read. It reminds me a bit of a good old English Murder Mystery such as anything by Agatha Christie.” —New Paper Adventures
Genre: Cozy Mystery
In the mist-covered hills of Sauternes, where the wine is luscious and the landscape beguiling, the brutal murder of an elderly couple intrigues the wine expert Benjamin Cooker and awakens memories for his dashing assistant Virgile Lanssien. Drawn into the investigation, the two journey through the storied Sauternes countryside, where the Château d’Yquem has reigned for centuries. Will the murder go unexplained and the killer remain free? The Winemaker Detective’s discernment and incessant curiosity push investigators to look deeper, while Virgile rekindles memories of his days at school and questions the meaning of his life.
In another satisfying wine novel with a French flair, authors Jean-Pierre Alaux and Noël Balen give readers a perfectly intoxicating combination of French wine, gourmet meals, and mystery in the gloriously described Sauternes wine region with all the scenery, scents, and sounds of France. This light, fun mystery combines amateur sleuths, food, and wine in a wonderfully French mystery novel that doubles as a travel guide. It is a new kind of read on the international mystery and crime scene: a pitch-perfect, wine-infused, French-style cozy mystery.
Praise for the series
“The perfect mystery to read with a glass of vino in hand.” —Shelf Awareness, starred review
“Light and enjoyable... If you feel like taking an armchair tour of France, they hit just the right spot.” —Mystery Scene Magazine
“Masterful.“ —Star Tribune
“Beautifully done.” —Bookloons
“Decadent, delicious, and delightful, the Winemaker Detective series blends an immersion in French countryside, winemaking, and gourmet attitude with mystery and intrigue.” —Wine Industry Network Advisor
“A fun and informative take on the cozy crime mystery, French style.” —Eurocrime
“It is easy to see why this series has a following. The descriptive language is captivating... crackling, interesting dialogue, and persona.” —Foreword Reviews
“The authors of the Winemaker Detective series hit that mark each and every time.” —Student of Opinions
“Francophiles, history buffs, mystery fans, oenophiles will want to add the entire series to their reading shelf.” —The Discerning Reader
“Intrigue and plenty of good eating and drinking... will whet appetites of fans of both Iron Chef and Murder, She Wrote.” —Booklist
“One of my favorite series to turn to when I’m looking for something cozy and fun!” —Back to Books
“Wine lovers and book lovers, for a perfect break in the shadows of your garden or under the sun on the beach, get a glass of wine, and enjoy this cozy mystery. Even your gray cells will enjoy!” —Library Cat
“Recommended for those who like the journey, with good food and wine, as much as the destination.” —Writing About Books
“The reader is given a fascinating look into the goings on in the place the story is set and at the people who live there, not to mention all the wonderful food and drinks.” —The Book Girl’s Book Blog
“A quick, entertaining read. It reminds me a bit of a good old English Murder Mystery such as anything by Agatha Christie.” —New Paper Adventures
Genre: Cozy Mystery
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