{"product_id":"9788415156147","title":"In the dark city","description":"\u003ch2\u003eIn the Dark City\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBook Summary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn a dystopian and decadent Madrid, agent Juan Saucedo faces a conspiracy that forces him to confront his own demons. Trapped by an addiction to Nimbo, a lethal drug, and consumed by a desire for revenge, his investigation into the death of an American tourist plunges him into a race against time. This science fiction and police thriller novel combines social criticism, fast-paced action, and a deep exploration of personal redemption in a hostile urban environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is it about?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe story is set in the second decade of the 21st century, where Madrid has become a dark, dangerous city mired in corruption, a perpetual economic crisis, and an epidemic without a vaccine. The protagonist, agent Juan Saucedo, is no conventional hero: his career was cut short, his marriage failed, and he is now addicted to Nimbo, the drug ravaging the streets. The death of a U.S. citizen in a low-end hotel triggers an investigation that, while seemingly routine, connects him to a conspiracy plot similar to the one that ruined his life years earlier. With no support from his superiors and Internal Affairs hot on his heels, Saucedo launches into a race against time to unmask the truth, all while searching for the definitive weapon to carry out his revenge and reconcile with his past.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMain themes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eUrban decay and social criticism in a dystopian Madrid.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePolitical conspiracy and institutional corruption.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eSynthetic drug addiction and its personal consequences.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eRevenge, redemption, and the fight against one's own demons.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePolice thriller with elements of science fiction and noir.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is it recommended for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis book is aimed at readers of dystopian science fiction, police thrillers, and noir novels with a strong social component. It will also interest those looking for stories of complex anti-heroes, conspiracy plots, and a raw portrait of a society in crisis. It is ideal for fans of authors like Philip K. Dick or Raymond Chandler, but with a contemporary, Spanish focus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat this book offers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA suspenseful conspiracy plot that maintains tension until the end.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA complex and vulnerable protagonist, whose personal evolution draws the reader in.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eIncisive social criticism regarding corruption, crisis, and addiction, reflected in a credible dystopian setting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAn oppressive and detailed urban setting that makes Madrid another character in the novel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAn original blend of genres combining science fiction, thriller, and noir.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAuthor: Ángel Torres Quesada\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePublisher: Grupo Editorial AJEC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eLanguage: Spanish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eTopic: Fiction and related items, Modern and contemporary fiction, Science fiction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eCollection: Arrakis Ficción\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eBinding: Paperback\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePublication date: April 2011\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eNumber of pages: 288\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 498 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEditorial review\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the Dark City is a solid offering for lovers of dystopian science fiction with thriller overtones. The work stands out for its ability to build an oppressive atmosphere and a tormented protagonist who anchors the narrative. Although the conspiracy plot may feel familiar to readers of the genre, the social context and the critique of urban decay give it a personality of its own. It is a recommended read for those looking for an action novel with a reflective background and an agile pace.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"GRUPO EDITORIAL AJEC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53408343032155,"sku":"9788415156147","price":16.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1018\/0650\/6331\/files\/978841515614.jpg?v=1781861583","url":"https:\/\/kalamobooks.com\/en\/products\/9788415156147","provider":"Kalamo Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}