Description
Breaths of Fresh Air II
Book Summary
In this second installment, Criseme returns to the story of the Navarros and the Fernández-Piedecasas in 1979 Madrid. The reader will delve into a tale of second chances and family secrets, where Antonio Navarro attempts to rebuild his life while a mysterious letter unveils a hidden past that will unite both families in an unexpected way.
What is it about?
The novel takes place in the year 1979. Antonio Navarro, disowned by his family and out of the Spanish Army, tries to piece his life back together. By his side, Miguel Fernández-Piedecasas faces loneliness and Daniela's addictions, while the punk band Rateros gains fame in the Spanish capital. In parallel, the Navarro Osuna family, divided by a sudden loss, receives an anonymous letter that uncovers an unknown past hidden for years. This secret shakes the family foundations and irreversibly links them to the Fernández-Piedecasas in a twist that none of them could have foreseen.
Main Themes
- Personal reconstruction and second chances after family and professional rupture.
- Family secrets hidden for years that emerge and transform relationships.
- Addictions and their consequences in the affective and social environment.
- The rise of the Madrid punk scene as a generational backdrop.
- Unexpected bonds between two families marked by loss and the past.
Who is it recommended for?
For readers of contemporary fiction who enjoy family sagas with intrigue, secrets from the past, and complex characters. Especially recommended for those who are already familiar with the first installment and wish to continue the story, as well as for those interested in the social and cultural context of Spain in the late seventies.
What this book offers
- An engaging plot that combines family drama, mystery, and historical context.
- Depth in the evolution of the characters, who face difficult decisions and their own pasts.
- A window into the Madrid punk scene of the late seventies, with authenticity and detail.
- A plot twist that connects two narrative lines in a surprising way.
- Continuity and development of a saga that maintains interest and narrative tension.
Technical Details
- Author: Criseme
- Publisher: EDICIONES CON M DE MUJER
- Language: Spanish
- Genre: Modern and contemporary fiction
- Collection: CON M DE MUJER
- Publication date: November 2023
- Number of pages: 468
- Weight: 578 g
Editorial Review
This second installment consolidates the saga with a narrative that delves into the personal and family conflicts initiated in the first volume. The author handles the pacing between intimate drama and the social context of the era with ease, offering readers a story that captivates through its twists and the evolution of its characters. A work recommended for those looking for fiction with a historical and emotional background.