Description
THE MYSTERY OF THE PUENTE MAYOR
Book Summary
Inspector Antonio Navarro has disappeared while pursuing the dangerous psychopath Joaquín Torres, a criminal who is spreading terror throughout Valladolid. Bárbara joins the search, but soon discovers that the investigation leads her much further back in time, to an ancient riddle from the 11th century. This novel is the conclusion of Víctor M. del Pozo's saga, a work that combines crime, historical, and adventure fiction with suspense and horror, offering the reader a thrilling journey through the secrets hidden beneath the Puente Mayor of Valladolid.
What is it about?
The plot begins with the disappearance of Inspector Antonio Navarro, who was on the trail of the psychopath Joaquín Torres. Bárbara, determined to find the inspector, delves into an investigation that will take her to a remote past. The mystery dates back to the 11th century, when two families were fighting for control of Valladolid, and in which historical figures such as Rodrigo Díaz de Vivar and Count Ansúrez hid a secret in the city's streets. The Puente Mayor, an emblem of the city, holds the key to everything in its foundations. The novel weaves together two timelines: the current pursuit of a killer and the resolution of a historical enigma, in a race against time where the past and present collide.
Main Themes
- The search for a psychopath and police suspense in the present day.
- Historical mystery surrounding the founding and control of Valladolid in the 11th century.
- The figures of Rodrigo Díaz de Vivar and Count Ansúrez as protagonists of a hidden secret.
- Intrigue and adventure that connect the medieval past with a contemporary investigation.
- The Puente Mayor as a central setting and repository of an enigma.
Who is it recommended for?
For readers who enjoy novels that blend genres, such as police thrillers, historical fiction, and adventure. It is ideal for those looking for fast-paced plots with a strong mystery component, set in real locations in the city of Valladolid. It is also for those who have read the previous installments of the saga and wish to know the conclusion of the story.
What this book offers
- A suspenseful plot that maintains tension from start to finish, combining a current manhunt with an enigma from the past.
- A historical journey to 11th-century Valladolid, with real characters such as El Cid and Count Ansúrez.
- The conclusion of a literary saga, offering fans the resolution of the mysteries raised in previous novels.
- An agile and immersive read that integrates crime fiction, history, and adventure into a single work.
Technical Specifications
- Author: VICTOR M. DEL POZO
- Publisher: Glyphos Publicaciones
- Language: Spanish
- Subject: HISTORICAL MYSTERIES, HISTORICAL FICTION
- Collection: N/A
- Binding: Paperback
- Publication Date: December 2023
- Number of pages: 472
- Weight: 700 g
Editorial Review
This work provides a solid conclusion to a saga that has successfully managed to combine contemporary thrillers with historical intrigue. Víctor M. del Pozo offers a novel that, starting with a kidnapping and a manhunt, delves into the medieval roots of Valladolid, offering the reader a double journey. The plot is well-constructed, with a rhythm that alternates current action with the revelation of secrets from the past, maintaining interest until the very end. It is a recommended read for those looking for quality entertainment within the historical mystery and crime fiction genres.