The shadow of the Wind

  The Shadow of the Wind is set in Barcelona just after the Second World War. It tells the story of Daniel, an antiquarian book dealer's son, who while mourning the loss of his mother comes accross a book that will change his life forever. 
  As the protagonist sets out to find the author's other works, he comes up with a shocking discovery. Julian Carax's books are being destroyed by someone sworn to wipe out the author's books from the face of the earth. Daniel's journey opens a door into some of Barcelona's darkest secrets and unravels shocking mysteries very well hidden in the past.

  The Shadow of the Wind contains elements of mystery, romance, nostalgia, and fantasy that make it stand out as unique. It could be described as a movie contained within the pages of a book. With richly drawn characters as human as ever and a compelling story it can't let you take it down. Plots and subplots, stories within stories will keep the reader's interest until the very last page. As the fable unravels, it twists and turns a million times before coming to its conclusion. This is one of those books that are worth being in your library and it is highly recommended.
  The Shadow of the Wind is a masterpiece that will win the hearts of even the most demanding reader.

Rating: 5/5

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