{"product_id":"9788415539896","title":"City of Bohane","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCity of Bohane\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBook Summary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eCity of Bohane\u003c\/i\u003e is a noir and gangster novel that transports the reader to a fictional Irish city, governed by violence, vice, and organized crime. Kevin Barry constructs a visceral and poetic universe where the struggle for power pits rival gangs against each other in an atmosphere of constant tension. With a language that fuses high literature with street slang, this work is a fast-paced journey into the heart of a corrupt and fascinating urban center, where every character moves their pieces on a lethal board.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is it about?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe story focuses on the city of Bohane, a place rotted by ambition and corruption, the setting for a gang war over territorial control. Logan Hartnett and his gang, the Pixies, have maintained a fragile rule for years, but peace is wavering with the rumor of the return of his old enemy, Gant Broderick. He seeks not only to regain power but also the heart of Macu, Hartnett's wife. Joining this conflict are the Cusacks from the Big Bends, ancestral enemies, and other characters like the lethal teenager Jenni Ching or the nonagenarian Nina Hartnett, whose decisions will be key to the city's fate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMain themes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eViolence and organized crime as the driving force of society.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eLoyalty, betrayal, and the fragility of power in a hostile environment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eLove and jealousy as triggers for armed conflict.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eSystemic corruption and vice as the identifying marks of a city.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eLanguage as a reflection of the duality between high culture and the underworld.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is it recommended for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor readers passionate about noir and the gangster genre who are looking for a work with a strong literary atmosphere and an innovative narrative style. It is also ideal for those who enjoy ensemble plots, morally ambiguous characters, and dystopian worlds with echoes of film noir and graphic novels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat this book offers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAn immersive and visual reading experience, with a style that combines crudeness and lyricism.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA plot of suspense and fast-paced action, with twists that maintain tension until the end.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA complex portrait of unforgettable characters, each with their own motivations and ambitions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA deep exploration of the underworld and the fight for power in a corrupted urban environment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA unique language that enriches the narrative and gives it a personality of its own.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAuthor: Barry, Kevin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePublisher: RAYO VERDE EDITORIAL, S.L.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eLanguage: cat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eTopic: MODERN AND CONTEMPORARY FICTION\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eCollection: CATALAN\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eBinding: Other\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePublication date: January 2015\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eNumber of pages: 308\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 569 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEditorial review\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eCity of Bohane\u003c\/i\u003e is a work that transcends the noir genre to become a high-caliber literary experience. Kevin Barry demonstrates visionary talent in constructing a world as sordid as it is fascinating, where language is a character in itself. Reading it is especially attractive to those who seek a powerful narrative, with a dense atmosphere and characters that move between loyalty and betrayal. A risky and brilliant bet that rewards the reader with an unforgettable story.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"RAYO VERDE EDITORIAL, S.L.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53407168004443,"sku":"9788415539896","price":19.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1018\/0650\/6331\/files\/978841553989.jpg?v=1781848915","url":"https:\/\/kalamobooks.com\/en\/products\/9788415539896","provider":"Kalamo Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}