Shadow Of The Wind

This is a dark and intricate story involving a mysterious rare book and its author. It takes place in post revolution 1950's Barcelona and is full of gothic images and interesting characters. The plot twists are many and the overall effect is gripping and sensual. It is certainly a different atmosphere from what we are used to in a modern novel. I loved it.

A boy (11) in post-war Barcelona receives a book and learns that all of the books by the author have been systematically destroyed. His search for an answer is riveting, and takes him through young adulthood. My 16 year old son couldn't put it down.A great choice for teen readers (15 and up)who are ready for something out of the box - mystery with a rich taste of romance.

The wildly popular gothic novel- now in a stunning new package

"A secret's worth depends on the people from whom it must be kept," begins Carlos Ruiz Zafón's astounding novel of postwar Barcelona. But more than four years after its initial paperback publication, the secret is out-the novel remains a favorite of booksellers and readers alike.

" Anyone who enjoys novels that are scary, erotic, touching, tragic and thrilling should rush right out to the nearest bookstore and pick up The Shadow of the Wind. Really, you should."
-Michael Dirda, The Washington Post

Carlos Ruiz Zafón lives in Barcelona with this wife.
Lucia Graves is the author and translator of many works and has overseen Spanish-language editions of the poetry of her father, Robert Graves.

Imprint: Penguin (Non-Classics)
Distributor: Penguin Group USA, Inc
Publication Date: 01-25-2005
Pages: 512
Measurements: 8.46in X 5.58in X 1.13in X 0.96lb