I’ve read few novels so elegant as Carlos Ruiz Zafón’s The Shadow of the Wind. Situated in Civil War Barcelona, it follows young Daniel’s inquiries into the turbulent background of Julian Carax, an author who tries to delete every trace of himself. Taking us through many subplots, Daniel’s and Carax’s lives are waved into each other, but can Daniel escape Carax’s destiny?
A great mix of mystery and history with a dash of philosophy that avoids the common cliches.
Posted by lizaanne42 on July 12, 2009 at 13:13
I discovered this novel a few summers ago, and it rose quickly to the top of my favorites list. Gorgeous prose.
–Lizaanne
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Posted by Anne on November 10, 2009 at 14:33
I’m just reading this now and love it!!! Out of sheer curiosity, I googled the Zafon’s name and found some more info (quotes by him about his writingprocess) on another site called Infloox – very insightful stuff!