The Self That Does Not Die

Under the spell of Ava Gardner and the weight of hidden power, one man forges his way through intrigue, deception, and danger

Valencia, 1960s. Regino, a master forger of both art and documents, lives by his wits in a city where influence is everything and corruption lurks behind every handshake. When the legendary Ava Gardner arrives—incognito, under the alias Ketty—her presence adds a touch of Hollywood glamour to a world already steeped in danger. As Regino navigates the underbelly of high society, trafficking in looted artworks and rubbing shoulders with the most untouchable figures of the time, he becomes ensnared in a web of espionage, betrayals, and shifting allegiances.

Blending noir intrigue with sharp social critique, Ferran Torrent crafts a gripping tale of secrets, illusions, and survival. With unexpected twists and a cast of morally complex characters.

The Self That Does Not Die is a dazzling journey through a time when truth was just another thing waiting to be forged.