Il giorno della civetta

Name: Il giorno della civetta
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Rating: 4.6 (49 reviews)
Author: Leonardo Sciascia

Mystery Unfolds in Sicily's Shadow

Written byLeonardo Sciascia

Narrated byFrancesco Scianna

Length3h53m

Release dateApril 8, 2021

GenreLiterature & Fiction, Classics, Mystery, Thriller & Suspense

LanguageItalian

★★★★☆ 4.6 (49 ratings)

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Author	Leonardo Sciascia
Narrator	Francesco Scianna
Runtime	3h53m
Published	April 8, 2021
Rating	★★★★☆ 4.6 / 5 (49 ratings)
Categories	Literature & Fiction, Classics, Mystery, Thriller & Suspense, Crime Fiction, Mystery, Police Procedurals
Format	Audiobook (Digital)
Platform	Audible

About This Audiobook

Step into the labyrinthine world of post-war Sicily with 'Il giorno della civetta,' a gripping mystery where the lines between justice and corruption blur. Narrated by Francesco Scianna, this audiobook brings Sciascia’s prose to life with haunting precision, making every pause and whisper feel like a deliberate clue. As Bellodi investigates the murder of a local businessman, the story spirals into a web of secrets, betrayals, and the ever-present threat of violence that defines Sicilian society in the 1950s.

Tags: classic italian literaturesuspensefulpost-war sicilymystery thrillersciascia

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Editor's Review ★★★★☆

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Francesco Scianna’s narration is a revelation, bringing Sciascia's meticulous prose to vivid life. Each whisper, every pause, feels charged with tension, perfectly mirroring the unease of the story. The pacing is impeccable; moments of quiet contemplation are as intense as the more dramatic scenes. However, at times the rapid buildup of suspense can feel a bit overwhelming, almost like the tension itself might explode. Despite this minor critique, 'Il giorno della civetta' is a must-listen for fans of literary mystery and those who appreciate subtle storytelling woven into a complex narrative tapestry.

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