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Marina

By Carlos Ruiz Zafon
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Marina by Carlos Ruiz Zafon is a captivating tale set in Barcelona during the late 1970s. It follows a young boy named Γ“scar and his mysterious friend Marina as they uncover a dark secret involving a mysterious woman and a series of macabre occurrences. Their journey takes them through the city's hidden corners, blending mystery, romance, and a touch of the supernatural.
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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy atmospheric Gothic tales laced with mystery and romance, set against the haunting backdrop of 1980s Barcelona. You'll find yourself enthralled by an intricately woven narrative that combines intriguing characters with a compelling blend of suspense and nostalgia.

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A gothic tale for readers of all ages from the author of the bestselling The Shadow of the Wind.

Barcelona, 1980. Oscar Drai finds himself drawn to an old dilapidated mansion where he meets the captivating and elusive Marina. She leads him to the cemetery to witness a mysterious ritual. On the fourth Sunday of every month, a veiled woman alights from a carriage and lays a single rose on an unmarked grave.

Oscar and Marina are swept on a journey into the city's dark underground of labyrinthine sewers, corrupt policemen, ageing aristocrats, forgotten societies, and criminal depravity... to a sinister tale of love, ambition, and jealousy that will hold Oscar's heart forever.

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Marina is praised for its engrossing narrative, weaving together themes of love, revenge, and horror. The book's gothic elements are noted for their high quality, echoing a Mary Shelley sensibility. Reviewers highlight its complex, atmospheric storytelling and vivid depiction of a decaying Barcelona, making it a compelling and macabre experience.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781922079152

Publisher: Text Publishing

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 25 September 2013

Country: Australia

Imprint: The Text Publishing Company

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 23.0mm

Width: 153.0mm

Height: 234.0mm

Weight: 406g

Pages: 288

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