It was nice to return to the French countryside in one of the Bruno, Chief of Police novels by Martin Walter. The title: The Coldest Case, is a bit of a clue, it is an old case, some 30 years old. A visit to an exhibit of facial recognition of ancient skulls gives Bruno the idea that similar techniques could be used on the skull (damaged) from this decades old case. This opens up all kinds of old, long buried secrets from the Cold War. The area, in drought conditions for some years, is under an intense fire watch. (Don't miss the new use of an ancient tool)! And Balzac, the beloved Basset, is the father of nine puppies! And, of course, there's lots of descriptions of the amazing meals Bruno and his friends prepare. An excellent series!

Reading Hermit With Dog