The Corsican Caper

When billionaire Francis Reboul finds himself on the wrong side of a Russian tycoon, he’s fortunate to have vacationing friends Sam Levitt and Elena Morales on hand to help him out. Now it’s up to Sam—who’s saved Reboul’s neck before—to negotiate with an underworld of mercenaries, hit men, and Mafioso, to prevent his friend from becoming a victim of “Russian diplomacy.” As usual, Sam and Elena still find time to enjoy the good life, but as Sam’s sleuthing draws him closer to the truth, he realizes Reboul might not be the only one in trouble. Rich with clever twists, sparkling scenery, and mouthwatering gustatory interludes as only Peter Mayle can write them, The Corsican Caper is an adventure par excellence.

“"What floats in this novel are the bubbles from the champagne that always seems to be chilled and waiting, along with Mayle's usual airy descriptions of French wines and meals." -- Booklist "Readers who want to engage by proxy in the lives of Europe's mega-wealthy will...appreciate this frothy bit of fun from bestseller Mayle." -- Publishers Weekly "Richly descriptive...smooth as the most decadent dessert." -- Kirkus”

“A delight to read. . . . [A] romp exhorting the pleasures of the French countryside. . . . Bon appetit!” —The Post and Courier

“There is a way to enjoy delicious meals in the south of France amid gorgeous scenery with many bottles of wine (particularly rose) but no calories. You can enjoy it all vicariously through Peter Mayle’s [The Corsican Caper]. . . . You’re in good company with Mayle’s cast of characters.” —The Columbus Dispatch

“Filled with fascinating characters and punctuated with culinary delights,” —Palm Beach Daily News

Peter Mayle is the author of fifteen books, nine of them novels, including the beloved bestseller A Year in Provence. A recipient of the Légion d’Honneur from the French government for his cultural contributions, he lived in Provence with his wife, Jennie, for more than twenty-five years. Mayle died in 2018.

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