Popular Mystery Writer Martin Walker Shares New Bruno, Chief of Police Novel

St. Louis County Library Foundation’s Favorite Author Series and The Novel Neighbor are  pleased to host bestselling mystery author Martin Walker for a signing and discussion of “A Grave in the Woods,” the latest installment in his beloved Bruno, Chief of Police series.

The event will take place on Thursday, September 26, 7:00 p.m. at the Clark Family Branch, 1640 S. Lindbergh Blvd, St. Louis MO 63131.

Popular mystery author Martin Walker shares another entertaining and enlightening entry in the Bruno, Chief of Police series, featuring an archaeological dig in the French countryside that unearths World War II–era mysteries—all while Bruno dishes up more culinary magic

When Abby, an American archaeologist, arrives in St. Denis on the heels of her divorce, she hopes to make a new life for herself as a specialist guide for visiting tourists. So when a local British couple discovers a grave from World War II on their property, Abby is able to put her training to good use. In the grave are the remains of two German women and an Italian submarine officer who had a big secret to hide. It’s up to Bruno to unravel the mystery—and its contemporary relevance.

As Bruno drills to the heart of the case, matters get even more complicated when both Abby’s financially distressed ex-husband and a mysterious dashing Italian naval officer arrive, with very different ideas in mind. Once again, Bruno is left to serve the guilty their just rewards, and his friends, some sumptuous Perigordian cuisine.

Martin Walker, after a long career of working in international journalism and for think tanks, now gardens, cooks, explores vineyards, writes, and travels. His series of novels featuring Bruno, Chief of Police, are bestsellers in Europe and the US and have been translated into more than fifteen languages.

Program sites are accessible. With at least two weeks' notice, accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities. Call 314-994-3300 or contact us.