Cemetery of Forgotten Books: The Labyrinth of the Spirits

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The internationally acclaimed, New York Times bestselling author returns to the universe he created in his previous novels with a gripping series finale that introduces a captivating new heroine. In this final volume, Alicia Gris, beautiful and enigmatic, teams up with the Sempere family to uncover a shocking conspiracy from Franco’s Spain. Having lost her parents during the Spanish Civil War, Alicia bears the emotional and physical scars of that traumatic period. After over a decade as an investigator for Spain’s secret police, she plans to leave her job but is compelled by her boss to solve one last case: the disappearance of Spain’s Minister of Culture, Mauricio Valls. Alongside her partner, the intimidating Juan Manuel Vargas, Alicia discovers a clue—a rare book by Victor Mataix hidden in Valls’ office. Valls, who directed the infamous Montjuic Prison during World War II, is tied to several imprisoned writers, including David Martín and Mataix. As they delve deeper into the investigation, Alicia and Vargas encounter a disturbing web of kidnappings and murders linked to the Franco regime. Alicia’s relentless pursuit of the truth puts her life at risk, but with the support of loyal friends, she navigates the dark history of Barcelona in search of a brighter future. This haunting tale showcases the author’s storytelling mastery and pays tribute to the world of books and the Cemetery of Forgotten Books.