What is the setting of Death and Judgment by Donna Leon?

Death and Judgment is set in northern Italy. Most of the story takes place in Venice, known as Venezia, to the locals. The landscape plays a large part in the book, as traveling to and from the islands takes time, although it never seems to hinder Brunetti or the investigation. Although Brunetti was raised in Venice, he remains enamored with it and cannot imagine living anywhere else. Brunetti has disdain for the cities on the mainland, mostly due to the crowds and traffic. This is a major factor considering most people in Venice travel on foot or by water.