Earthly Remains, Leon - B +

                                                   This is the 26th book in the Guido Brunetti series that the now almost 75-year-old Donna Leon started in 1992.  I seldom notice dedications, but here the expatriate American dedicates the book to Ruth Bader Ginsburg. She then goes on to tell the most unique tale in the series that may or may not even involve a crime. There are certainly rising hints of a misdeed. She explores the geography and history of the lagoon and some corporate evil-doing along the way. It's great book by an enlightened author who loves Venice, its people, customs and history. Great series get better with age.