The Shadow of the Wind

An uncannily absorbing historical mystery, a heart-piercing romance, and a moving homage to the mystical power of books, The Shadow of the Wind is a triumph of the storyteller's art.

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512 pages

Average rating: 7.83

383 RATINGS

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SSM
Nov 22, 2024
10/10 stars
The book was recommended to me by my daughter. The first few chapters were a bit slow. But after that I could not put it down. These are serious heavy books, one has to pay attention while reading or listening. It’s a story of Daniel Sempere a 10 year old boy whose story is told in 4 books as he grows to adulthood. It’s a dark gothic mystery about Barcelona in the 1930’s. The story and characters are developed with remarkable detail. The author’s flair for writing is beautiful and fluid. There are 4 books in the series. I read and listened to 3 in a month and now finishing up the 4th and I don’t want it to end. If you are looking for something new from the ordinary, pick this book up, I guarantee you, you’ll not be disappointed. I enjoyed it even more because we had spent a week in Barcelona and while reading I recognized some of the places mentioned in the book. I truly enjoyed all the books and am depressed now that this author won’t be writing anymore books. He’s a phenomenal writer. Hope you pick up the book.
Sumnat
Nov 14, 2024
10/10 stars
This is my favorite book! It has everything I look for: mystery, adventure, fantasy, and my favorite part- set in Barcelona!
Shigarachki
Sep 28, 2024
9/10 stars
i didn’t think i would enjoy this book as much as i did, truly a beautifully written book.
lenarane
Sep 17, 2024
9/10 stars
I wish I could read this book again for the first time. It is one of those books that makes you forget you are reading at all. The first time, and every time after, I've finished it and lost track of time.
Book.Girl71
Aug 23, 2024
10/10 stars
Wow, wow & Wow!

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