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 In an abandoned mansion at the heart of Barcelona, a young man, David Martín, makes his living by writing sensationalist novels under a pseudonym. The survivor of a troubled childhood, he has taken refuge in the world of books, and spends his nights spinning baroque tales about the city's underworld. But perhaps his dark imaginings are not as strange as they seem, for in a locked room deep within the house lie photographs and letters hinting at the mysterious death of the previous owner.

Like a slow poison, the history of the place seeps into his bones as he struggles with an impossible love. Close to despair, David receives a letter from a reclusive French editor, Andreas Corelli, who makes him the offer of a lifetime. He is to write a book unlike anything that has existed - a book with the power to change hearts and minds. In return, he will receive a fortune, perhaps more. But as David begins the work, he realises that there is a connection between this haunting book and the shadows that surround his home.

Set in the turbulent 1920s, The Angel's Game takes us back to the gothic universe of the Cemetery of Forgotten Books, the Sempere & Sons bookshop, and the winding streets of Barcelona's old quarter, in a masterful tale about the magic of books and the darkest corners of the human soul.

©2008 Dragonworks, S.L. (P)2009 Orion Publishing Group Ltd Europe Fiction Genre Fiction Historical Magic Magical Realism Mystery Psychological Thriller & Suspense World Literature Scary Heartfelt Fantasy
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I read the 'Shadow on the Wind' first, thank goodness or I would have been really confused. It was an interesting story, and you can follow the characters quite well, although I did get a little lost at the end. I loved the narrators voice, and could listen to him all day, he read it well and kept a good pace, but I plan on listening to it again sometime soon, both because I enjoyed it and to make sure I understood the reality from the fiction.

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slow to get into - but once you do its gripping

excellent

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After reading the Shadow of the Wind, I was expecting to find that this book follows in a similar style, but it is totally the opposite. I still recommend it and rate it highly, but it is a much harder read, requires the reader to use own imagination and make own conclusions. The story is much darker and heavier in nature too.

Complex and difficult

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Throughly enjoyed this book. I came upon the author by accident, and have now listened to many more of his works. Dan Stevens is a fantastic narrator, I wish he did the majority available on here! Enjoy something a little different, it’s entirely worth the credit.

A beautiful mystery

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Dan Stevens is a brilliant narrator. He is as amazing as Stephen Fry He brings life and believability to the characters and produces a mesmerising voice to this beautifully written saga.

Dan Stevens is a brilliant narrator.

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