Description
Don't be so sure
Book summary
Mossos d'Esquadra sergeant Jaume Fuentes and his partner Santi Planes face a case that begins with the discovery of a disemboweled corpse in an office in the center of Barcelona. What seemed like a routine investigation turns into a fast-paced journey through the classic elements of the noir genre: murders, betrayals, mafias, and corruption. With a plot that takes place over seven days, the reader is immersed in a territory where nothing is what it seems and uncertainty is the only certainty. An unpredictable novel that grips you from the very first page.
What is it about?
The novel starts on a Monday morning with the discovery of a young man's body in a small office in the center of Barcelona. Sergeant Jaume Fuentes and his partner Santi Planes take on the case, which at first seems like just another police procedure. However, over the following seven days, the investigation becomes complicated and unfolds a range of situations typical of the noir and detective genre: murders, betrayals, fugitives, mafias, corruption, hitmen, accidental witnesses, acts of vengeance, and violence. The plot moves at a frantic pace, stringing together characters and unexpected twists that lead the reader through a territory where no one can be sure of anything. The story is developed with a direct and visual style, maintaining constant tension until the resolution.
Main themes
- Criminal investigation and police procedure within the Mossos d'Esquadra force.
- Corruption and criminal networks in the urban environment of Barcelona.
- Personal betrayals and acts of vengeance within the context of organized crime.
- Uncertainty as a central element of the plot, where nothing is predictable.
- Violence and sex as components of the contemporary noir genre.
Who is it recommended for?
This book is ideal for readers who are fans of the noir and detective genre, especially those looking for fast, intense plots full of unexpected twists. Also recommended for followers of crime novels set in Catalonia and for those who enjoy stories where investigation is combined with elements of thriller and action. Perfect for readers who value unpredictability and a fast-paced rhythm.
What this book offers
- An addictive plot that unfolds in just seven days, maintaining an intense narrative rhythm.
- Well-defined characters within the Mossos d'Esquadra, with realistic and human dynamics.
- Constant plot twists that challenge the reader's expectations until the very end.
- An immersion in the tropes and stereotypes of the noir genre, handled with skill and originality.
- An agile and visual read, ideal for those seeking quality entertainment without pauses.
Technical specifications
- Author: Llort Carceller, Lluís
- Publisher: Editorial Alrevés
- Language: cat
- Topic: POLICE AND MYSTERY GENRE
- Collection: CRIMS.CAT
- Binding: Paperback
- Publication date: October 2016
- Number of pages: 300
- Weight: 340 g
Editorial review
Don't be so sure is a solid entry in the Catalan noir genre, which more than fulfills the promise of an unpredictable novel. The author builds a plot that skillfully plays with the codes of the genre, offering an intense and uncompromising reading experience. Its temporal structure, concentrated into one week, and the constant progression of tension make it a particularly attractive work for lovers of police thrillers. A recommended addition to any crime novel collection.