{"product_id":"9788417077136","title":"The worst of times","description":"\u003ch2\u003eThe Worst of Times\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBook Summary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this fifth installment of the Eladio Monroy series, the eccentric, non-professional investigator is dragged out of retirement to locate Elvira, the daughter of an old friend. What initially seems like a simple assignment turns into a descent into the sordid underbelly hidden behind the most luxurious facades. With his characteristic sarcasm, bite, and a good dose of street smarts, Monroy faces a case that blends classic hard-boiled fiction with a scathing critique of Spanish society. An absorbing crime novel, full of twists, humor, and violence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is it about?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEladio Monroy, a retired navy man who supplements his income with off-the-books jobs, reluctantly accepts an assignment from his friend Pepiño Frades: to find his daughter, Elvira. At first glance, the case seems routine, a simple matter of pounding the pavement and making phone calls. However, as Monroy follows the leads, he discovers that Elvira's disappearance is connected to a world of luxury and appearances that hides a dark and dangerous side. The investigation leads him into marginal and violent territories, where the line between justice and survival becomes blurred. Monroy, who is neither a police officer nor a detective, must use all his intelligence and experience on the streets of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria to find Elvira before it is too late.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMain themes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe search for a missing person in a hostile environment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe duality between the facade of luxury and the sordidness of the underworld.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eSocial critique through the crime novel, reflecting the contradictions of Spanish society.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe figure of the anti-hero: an atypical investigator who is both sarcastic and sentimental.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eFriendship and loyalty as drivers of action, even at the cost of one's own safety.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is it recommended for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis novel is aimed at lovers of the classic crime and detective genre, especially fans of hard-boiled fiction and stories about tough but human investigators. It is ideal for readers looking for agile plots, sharp dialogue, and memorable characters with a strong local flavor. It will also be attractive to those who appreciate novels that, through a criminal case, explore the cracks and contradictions of contemporary society.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat this book offers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA well-constructed suspense plot, with unexpected twists that maintain tension until the end.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA charismatic and unique protagonist, Eladio Monroy, who combines rawness, street smarts, and an acid wit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAn immersion in the atmosphere of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, which acts as another character in the story.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAn addictive read that offers quality entertainment within the purest crime genre.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA reflection on morality, justice, and loyalty in a world full of contradictions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ravelo, Alexis\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e Editorial Alrevés\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spanish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eSubject:\u003c\/strong\u003e Crime and mystery genre, mystery and suspense work\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eCollection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Crime novel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eBinding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Paperback\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication date:\u003c\/strong\u003e September 2017\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 368\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 368 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEditorial review\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Worst of Times is a solid installment in one of the most interesting series in the Spanish crime genre. Alexis Ravelo demonstrates a mastery of narrative rhythm and dialogue, creating a novel that captivates from the very first page. The strength of the work lies in its protagonist, Eladio Monroy, a perfectly defined anti-hero who evolves without losing his essence. For fans of the genre, this book represents a safe bet for a well-woven plot, a vivid setting, and a social critique that enriches the reading without slowing the pace.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"EDITORIAL ALREVÉS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53407406227803,"sku":"9788417077136","price":20.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1018\/0650\/6331\/files\/978841707713.jpg?v=1781854784","url":"https:\/\/kalamobooks.com\/en\/products\/9788417077136","provider":"Kalamo Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}