{"product_id":"9788408240709","title":"THE TIME IN BETWEEN AND SIRA BOX SET","description":"\u003ch2\u003eTHE TIME IN BETWEEN AND SIRA SLIPCASE\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBook Summary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis slipcase brings together the two novels featuring Sira Quiroga, one of the most charismatic characters in contemporary Spanish literature. In \u003cem\u003eThe Time in Between\u003c\/em\u003e, we witness the birth of an unforgettable heroine: a young seamstress who, in the years leading up to the Spanish Civil War, becomes entangled in a web of international espionage that takes her from Tangier to Tetouan. In \u003cem\u003eSira\u003c\/em\u003e, the story continues after the Second World War, as the protagonist must reinvent herself once again to face the challenges of a world in reconstruction. A saga that masterfully combines haute couture, political intrigue, and human passion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is it about?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe work consists of two volumes that follow Sira Quiroga’s evolution over several decades. In \u003cem\u003eThe Time in Between\u003c\/em\u003e, the young seamstress leaves Madrid, driven by a love that leads her to Tangier, where she discovers betrayal and abandonment. Alone and burdened by debt, she moves to Tetouan, the capital of the Spanish Protectorate in Morocco. There, forging a new identity, she succeeds in opening an exclusive haute couture atelier that brings her into contact with clients from remote origins and the conspiracies of secret services during the Second World War.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eSira\u003c\/em\u003e, we pick up the story when the war has ended and the world is embarking on a tortuous reconstruction. Having concluded her duties as a collaborator for British intelligence, Sira longs for a quiet life, but fate has a tragic misfortune in store for her that will force her to reinvent herself once more. Between Jerusalem, London, Madrid, and Tangier, she must navigate her future while facing heartache, reunions, risky assignments, and the experience of motherhood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eMain Themes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe construction of identity and the ability to reinvent oneself in the face of adversity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eEspionage and political conspiracies during the Second World War and the post-war period.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eHaute couture as a refuge, a tool of power, and a space for relationships between women.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eLove, loyalty, and betrayal in a tumultuous historical context.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe role of women in the first half of the 20th century, from dependency to autonomy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is it recommended for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis slipcase is aimed at readers passionate about historical fiction with a strong component of suspense and espionage. It is ideal for those who enjoy complex, evolving female characters, plots that weave political history with daily life, and exotic settings such as mid-20th-century Tangier and Tetouan. It is also a very attractive read for those interested in the world of fashion and haute couture as the backdrop for a great adventure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat this book offers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA complete immersion into the life of one of the most iconic characters in recent Spanish literature, from her origins to her maturity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA detailed and well-documented vision of the intricacies of international espionage during and after the Second World War.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe opportunity to explore fascinating historical settings, from the haute couture workshops of Tetouan to the luxury hotels of Tangier and post-war Jerusalem.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA story of personal growth and female empowerment told with polished, addictive prose.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAuthor: DUEÑAS, MARIA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePublisher: SIRA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eLanguage: Spanish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eTheme: MODERN AND CONTEMPORARY FICTION\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eCollection: SPANISH AND IBERO-AMERICAN AUTHORS\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eBinding: Hardcover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePublication Date: April 2021\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eNumber of pages: 1320\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 1932 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eEditorial Review\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis slipcase is presented as the definitive edition for María Dueñas's fans and for those who wish to enter the universe of Sira Quiroga for the first time. Bringing both novels together in one collection allows one to appreciate the character's complete evolution and the author's narrative ambition, as she skillfully weaves the threads of history and fiction. It is a solid choice for lovers of historical intrigue novels with a strong emotional anchor, backed by the massive success of the first installment and the renewed interest in its sequel.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SIRA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53407710839131,"sku":"9788408240709","price":45.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1018\/0650\/6331\/files\/978840824070.jpg?v=1781858627","url":"https:\/\/kalamobooks.com\/en\/products\/9788408240709","provider":"Kalamo Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}