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The Shadow of the Wind

The Cemetery of Forgotten Series, Book 1

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The Shadow of the Wind

By: Carlos Ruiz Zafón
Narrated by: Daniel Weyman
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Hidden in the heart of the old city of Barcelona is the 'cemetery of lost books', a labyrinthine library of obscure and forgotten titles that have long gone out of print. To this library, a man brings his 10-year-old son, Daniel, one cold morning in 1945. Daniel is allowed to choose one book from the shelves and pulls out La Sombra del Viento by Julian Carax.

But as he grows up, several people seem inordinately interested in his find. Then, one night, as he is wandering the old streets once more, Daniel is approached by a figure who reminds him of a character from La Sombra del Viento, a character who turns out to be the devil. This man is tracking down every last copy of Carax's work in order to burn them. What begins as a case of literary curiosity turns into a race to find out the truth behind the life and death of Julian Carax and to save those he left behind. An exciting exploration of obsession in literature and love and the places that obsession can lead.

©2011 Carlos Ruiz Zafon (P)2011 Orion Publishing Group Limited Action & Adventure Coming of Age Fantasy Fiction Genre Fiction Literary Fiction Magical Realism United States World Literature Magic Scary

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A magical tale (Cecilia Ahern)
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I loved listening to this audio. I found myself caught up in the story, and completely enjoyed the audiobook experience. I loved the description of Barcelona and look forward to visiting the city after this experience.

fantastic immersive reading

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I was captured by this epic book, as much by the complex characters and story as the atmospheres of mid 20th century Barcelona and Paris.

The story is intense and affecting - I was entirely swept up.

Incredible narrative performance also.

Gorgeously Unique and Intense

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A richly woven story in the complex city of Barcelona. A grimly mysterious tale of lost books and lost love. Great performance by the narrator, although someone with greater fluency in Spanish would add more to the overall tone.

Beautifully written

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I loved this book from the outset. The story is so beautifully woven. The narration is perfect. One of the best books I have ever read/listened to ☺️

Spellbinding Storytelling

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Had this recommended to me by a friend, who said it is their favourite book. The story does not disappoint - the language is a little flowery on occasion but is consistent with air of mysticism that follows romance and intrigue in Barcelona.

A+ narration.

Recommended

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So beautifully written, an amazing story that keeps you intrigued throughout, very haunting with a deep sadness, totally pulls you in.

absolutely amazing

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I have read this book in two languages and downloaded and listened to the audio book.
Arguably, my favourite book of all times. Outstanding performance on the reading.

Best book of all times

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Great plot, characters to love or dislike. All character's were somewhat realatable to my life.

A pages turner equivalent to audible.

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great story and very well read. a little bit glitchy about half way but it may have been the ap not the book.

enjoyable unfolding mystery that keeps you guessin

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Did not expect to be as entertained by this book. Fully recommend it, in its audio version, it was a good listen!!!

Totally engrossing!

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