In the novel “Murder on Brittany Shores” by Jean-Luc Bannalec, Commissaire Dupin finds himself in a delicate situation after a difficult night, marked by a storm and troubling thoughts about an ongoing investigation. As he tries to gather his thoughts and prepare for the day, he receives crucial information about disappearances and mysterious events linked to local figures. Dupin, plagued by childhood memories and reflections on seemingly insignificant details, embarks on an investigation that leads him to question witnesses and explore leads, while juggling complicated personal relationships. The atmosphere of Brittany, with its seascapes and storms, provides the backdrop for this captivating plot where past and present intertwine.
Key locations :
- The Glénan Islands: Archipelago central to the plot, offering magnificent seascapes.
- Quimper: An important town providing access to the investigation and the main characters.
- Le Quatre Vents: A local bar-restaurant where the characters meet and talk.
- Brilimec: An investigation site where evidence is examined by the investigators.
- Solenn Nuz’s house: The protagonist’s home, a symbol of her past and her memories.
- Fouesnant: Surrounding town, linked to plots and historical events.
- Saint-Nicolas: The starting point for several maritime adventures and references to the past.
- Plage de Bananec: A coastal area where fishing is practised, critical to the story.
- The port of Concarneau: A stopping-off point for fishermen and important to the local community.
- The cliffs of Brittany: Geographical feature evoking the challenge of the sea and storms, adding a dramatic atmosphere.
