La Ciudad Y El Perdon Fernando Garcia Ballest... -
: Critics from Marta entre Libros noted an evolution in Ballesteros' prose, describing it as agile yet thoughtful.
: Inspector Ignasi Requesens leads the inquiry into the priest's death, uncovering a complex personality that few really knew.
: A young priest named Gabriel Martín is found dead in the Cathedral district. His naked body is marked with strange, wing-like scars on his back, leading some to believe he was an angel. La Ciudad Y El Perdon Fernando Garcia Ballest...
La ciudad y el perdón is a historical thriller by Fernando García Ballesteros , published in 2022. It is the third installment in his "Barcelona 1909" trilogy, following El crimen del Liceo and Muerte en el laberinto .
: The novel is praised for its ability to make readers empathize with protagonists in a relatively short thriller (approx. 288 pages). : Critics from Marta entre Libros noted an
: The narrative is deeply researched, reflecting a convulsive period where a desperate public was often eager to find "miracles" in a grim reality. Critical Reception
: The investigation navigates a divided city, moving between high-society ladies, factory workers in Pueblo Nuevo, and the impoverished residents of the "Beijing" barracks. Key Themes and Atmosphere His naked body is marked with strange, wing-like
The story is set in Barcelona in November 1909, shortly after the violent events of the Tragic Week (Semana Trágica).