In a city of decadence and secrets, a gruesome murder leads to a deadly truth hidden in plain sight
When the mutilated body of The Little Mermaid of Ampurias, a famous singer, is discovered gruesomely displayed on the stage of the theater where she performed, Inspector Adolfo Kobler and forensic doctor Miralles are thrust into a chilling investigation. Their unlikely partner? Adoración Venecia—an avant-garde artist, theater impresaria, and exotic dancer.
It’s the Roaring Twenties, and Madrid’s nightlife dazzles with feathers and gold, a world of decadence and illusion. But as the bodies pile up and the murders grow increasingly macabre, the trio is drawn into a darker reality—one filled with sinister superstitions and mysterious books rumored to drive readers to madness. In a city brimming with secrets, a killer may be hiding in plain sight.
A tale of mystery and murder in 1920s Madrid, where unforgettable characters
collide with a city caught between modernity, laughter, and terror.
| Technical data | Publish date: 28 may 2025 ISBN: 978-84-08-30252-0 Pages: 416 Imprint: Editorial Planeta |
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| Option rights | EMAS (Bulgaria), Garzanti (Italy) and Phantom Press (Russia) |