Description
NOW THAT YOU ARE GONE
Book Summary
A psychological suspense novel that explores the cracks in a perfect relationship following the tragic death of Silvia. When her body is found drowned on the night of her new housewarming party, her husband, Pablo, discovers that he was completely unaware of his wife's secret life. In his desperation to understand who Silvia really was, Pablo turns to Raúl, his best friend, who also shares a past with her filled with silences and secrets. An intense and emotional work about identity, memory, and the truths that remain hidden even among those we think we know best.
What is it about?
On the night of her housewarming party, Silvia disappears without a trace. The next morning, the sea washes up her lifeless body. For Pablo, her husband, the news is devastating and incomprehensible: he cannot understand why Silvia went to that beach alone or who she was meeting. As the investigation progresses, Pablo discovers that the woman he shared his life with kept facets of herself he never imagined. In his attempt to reconstruct Silvia’s true identity, he asks for help from Raúl, his best friend, who also carries a shared past with her laden with undisclosed secrets. Together, both men will try to piece together the portrait of a woman who, while alive, chose to hide essential parts of herself.
Main Themes
- Grief and the reconstruction of a loved one's identity after their death
- Secrets and silences in romantic relationships and friendships
- The fragility of appearances and parallel lives
- Shared memory and the reinterpretation of the past
- The mystery and investigation of an apparently accidental death
Who is it recommended for?
For readers of crime fiction and psychological suspense who look for plots focused on character psychology rather than fast-paced action. Also for those who enjoy intimate stories about complex human relationships, family secrets, and emotional twists. Especially suitable for fans of authors such as Laura Ferrero, Clara Usón, or the more introspective work of Dolores Redondo.
What this book offers
- A mystery plot that invites reflection on how we truly know the people we love
- Deeply human and credible characters, whose contradictions make them relatable and real
- An emotional and evocative narrative that maintains tension until the very last page
- A subtle look at grief and the need to reconstruct the truth when everything falls apart
Technical Specifications
- Author: MONTES AGUILERA, MARGA
- Publisher: ED.ALREVES,S.L
- Language: Spanish
- Topic: MODERN AND CONTEMPORARY FICTION, CRIME AND MYSTERY GENRE
- Collection: NARRATIVE
- Publication date: February 2026
- Number of pages: 280
- Weight: 773 g
Editorial Review
Marga Montes' debut novel stands out for its ability to combine suspense with a deep psychological exploration of its characters. The author builds an atmosphere loaded with contained tension and suppressed emotions, successfully immersing the reader in the uncertainty faced by Pablo and Raúl. The novel is particularly interesting for its original premise: it focuses not so much on who killed Silvia, but on who she really was. A solid offering for those looking for readings that transcend mere entertainment and offer a reflection on the complexity of human relationships.