Description
The Harem's Favorite
Book Summary
Andreu Martín returns to the darkest and most violent side of Barcelona with the second installment of his series set in the Tibidabo Harem. On this occasion, the histrionic manager Emili Santamarta finds himself caught in a ruthless struggle between two clans seeking a monopoly on arms and drug trafficking. With his characteristic acid and corrosive humor, the author immerses the reader in a plot of fast-paced action, corrupt police officers, and extravagant characters, where survival is the only goal.
What is it about?
The luxurious modernist brothel on Tibidabo is once again the setting for a story of violence and corruption. The manager Emili Santamarta, a theatrical and exaggerated character, faces a crossroads where he must defend the innocent. The plot complicates with the emergence of two rival clans: the sophisticated and dangerous De Santiagos, and the Kleins, led by two stout, five-foot-tall men who are extremely cruel and seeking revenge for the death of their son, Delfín. Amidst corrupt police and a war for control of the underworld, the action moves at the speed of a gunshot, maintaining tension until the very last page.
Main Themes
- Clan warfare for control of arms and drug trafficking in criminal Barcelona.
- Police corruption and its links to the underworld.
- Family revenge as the driver of an all-out war.
- Black humor and extravagance as a counterpoint to violence.
- The most sordid and dark side of Barcelona as a literary stage.
Who is it recommended for?
For readers of crime and detective novels who are looking for fast-paced action plots with grotesque characters and corrosive humor. Especially suitable for those who enjoyed the first installment, El Harén del Tibidabo, and wish to continue with the escapades of Emili Santamarta. Also for fans of Andreu Martín and his unique style within the Spanish noir genre.
What this book offers
- A plot of revenge and power with unexpected twists and a breakneck narrative pace.
- Memorable and grotesque characters that transcend the archetypes of the noir genre.
- An immersion into criminal Barcelona with a visual and cinematic style.
- The author's characteristic acid and provocative humor, which lightens the rawness of the story.
- The continuation of a series that combines tradition and originality in noir fiction.
Technical Specifications
- Author: Martín, Andreu
- Publisher: EDITORIAL ALREVES, S.L.
- Language: Spanish
- Subject: Crime and mystery genre, mystery and suspense work
- Collection: Noir novel
- Binding: Paperback
- Publication date: January 2020
- Number of pages: 256
- Weight: 535 g
Editorial Review
The Harem's Favorite consolidates Andreu Martín's commitment to an overflowing action noir, where black humor and violence coexist seamlessly. The work maintains the narrative pulse of its predecessor and delves into a fascinating universe of marginal and corrupt characters. For lovers of the genre, it is a relentless read that confirms its author as a benchmark for noir fiction in Spain.