Red Queen
- 432 pages
- 16 hours of reading
Red Queen is the launch of Juan Gomez-Jurado's internationally bestselling serial killer thriller trilogy which has become a literary phenomenon in Spain.
Antonia Scott Series
This series plunges into the world of a brilliant but reclusive woman, possessing an unparalleled forensic mind capable of solving the most intricate crimes. Haunted by personal tragedy, she is drawn out of her self-imposed exile to confront a terrifying series of ritualistic murders and kidnappings. Partnered with a disgraced police officer, she must outwit a shadowy mastermind whose sinister plans threaten to unleash further devastation. It's a high-stakes psychological thriller exploring intellect, trauma, and the relentless pursuit of justice.
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Red Queen - 2: Black Wolf
- 368 pages
- 13 hours of reading
In this highly anticipated sequel to a number 1 international bestseller, Antonia Scott serves as the crucial link in the Red Queen project, tackling the most sinister crimes from behind the scenes. Set in southern Spain's Costa del Sol, the story begins with the brutal murder of a key mafia figure in his villa, while his pregnant wife, Lola Moreno, narrowly escapes an assassination attempt and goes on the run. A mysterious shipping container from St Petersburg arrives in Spain, containing the bodies of nine women, further complicating the investigation. Antonia, alongside her protector Jon Gutierrez, must locate the missing Lola, but they are not alone in this pursuit; a dangerous hitman known as the Black Wolf is also hunting her down. As Antonia grapples with her own personal demons, she must outsmart and confront this enigmatic killer. Translated by Nick Caistor and Lorenza Garcia, this gripping narrative continues the journey of Antonia Scott, a detective as compelling as Lisbeth Salander. Praised for its intelligence and storytelling, the previous installment captivated readers, establishing a high bar for this thrilling continuation.
Rey blanco
- 528 pages
- 19 hours of reading
"-Espero que no te haya olvidado de mí. ¿Jugamos?- Cuando Antonia Scott recibe este mensaje, sabe muy bien quién se lo envía. También sabe que ese juego es casi imposible de ganar. Pero a Antonia no le gusta perder. Después de todo este tiempo huyendo, la realidad ha acabado alcanzándola. Antonia es cinturón negro en mentirse a sí misma, pero ahora tiene claro que si pierde esta batalla, las habrá perdido todas. -La reina es la figura más poderosa del tablero -dice el Rey Blanco-. Pero por poderosa que sea una pieza de ajedrez, nunca debe olvidar que hay una mano que la mueve. -Eso ya lo veremos-, responde Antonia. El final es sólo en principio"--Page 4 of cover