The Rainaldi Quartet - Hardcover

PAUL ADAM grew up in the north of England, and studied law at Nottingham University. He began his writing career as a journalist and has worked in Rome as well as England. He has written nine novels, including Unholy Trinity,Shadow Chasers, Genesis II, and Flash Point. He lives in Sheffield, England, with his wife and two children.

Praise for PAUL ADAM and THE RAINALDI QUARTET

"A fascinating historical journey into the mystery of a legendary lost Stradivarius violin." -The Sunday Telegraph (UK)

"From the first stirring theme to the last fading chord, mystery fans and music lovers alike will be captivated by British author Adam's excellent contemporary thriller. ... Adam has constructed this tale with all the care and craftsmanship that Stradivari put into his instruments, filling it to the brim with deliciously caustic commentary on Italian city life and fascinating historical detail." -Publishers Weekly (starred review)

"Tension that resonates like flawlessly tuned strings... complex and sumptuously pleasing." -The Guardian (UK)

"A distinctly atmospheric thriller" -The Mail on Sunday (UK)

"Riveting stuff that goes to the heart of the matter.... [The Rainaldi Quartet] is a deeply satisfying book." -Literary Review (UK)

"Wonderfully plotted, fast-paced, and refreshingly original." -Nelson DeMille on Flash Point



From the first stirring theme to the last fading chord, mystery fans and music lovers alike will be captivated by British author Adam's excellent contemporary thriller. Gianni Castiglione, a violin maker who lives in rural Italy, plays in a string quartet with fellow luthier Rainaldi, parish priest Father Arrighi and police detective Guastafeste. When Rainaldi is murdered after dropping hnits about a search for a rare and magnificent violin, Father Arrighi conducts the funeral and Guastafeste investigates, aided by Castiglione's thorough knowledge of violin construction and history. As they travel across Italy and England tracking down clues and suspects, a rich and subtle story unfolds. Adam has constructed this tale with all the care and craftsmanship that Stradivari put into his instruments, filling it to the brim with deliciously caustic commentary on Italian city life and fascinating historical and musical detail. If the mystery itself is slightly less than compelling, it's becaus (Publishers Weekly)