The Lizard’s Bite – David Hewson

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The Lizard’s Bite by David Hewson is the fourth book in the gripping Nic Costa series, set against the hauntingly beautiful backdrop of Venice. On a quiet August night, a fire erupts in a glassmaking shop on a small island near the city, killing two people and leaving a wealthy Englishman at the heart of the investigation. As Rome’s finest detectives, led by the determined Nic Costa, are called in, they find themselves tangled in a web of passion, corruption, and betrayal. With powerful forces working against them, they must uncover the truth behind the deadly blaze—before it’s too late.

Hewson masterfully combines a thrilling crime plot with the lush, atmospheric setting of Venice. The story is not just about a fire, but the poisonous nature of human relationships and the dangerous secrets lurking beneath the surface. As Costa and his team dig deeper into the case, they uncover a trail of deceit that leads them down a dangerous path, where nothing is quite what it seems.

The Lizard’s Bite is a must-read for fans of detective fiction, offering a perfect mix of suspense, intrigue, and European charm. If you love a tightly woven mystery and complex, well-drawn characters, this book will leave you hooked.