BRUNO'S CHALLENGE And Other Stories of the French Countryside

The deep, articulate voice of narrator Robert Ian Mackenzie takes listeners to an idyllic village in the Dordogne region of southern France, where they will be charmed by the local policeman, Bruno, a mediator, bon vivant, raconteur, and cook. This audiobook contains 14 short stories that deal with such topics as stolen oysters, a lovesick fugitive, a sabotaged tourist minibus, and more. The previous Bruno novels were actual mysteries; whereas, this story collection deals with minor crimes and local squabbles. Mackenzie's presentation is straightforward, without an abundance of French accents, yet the personalities, emotions, and even the moral fiber of the characters come through. This audiobook is a perfect escape. D.L.G. © AudioFile 2022, Portland, Maine [Published: MARCH 2022]