{"product_id":"9788417847494","title":"5 Jotas","description":"\u003ch2\u003e5 Jotas\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBook Summary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA crime novel that delves into the underworld of the outskirts, where the theft of high-quality hams becomes the focus of a heist as bizarre as it is dangerous. El Charli, an ex-convict with no future, and Banderines, his former, more intelligent sidekick, assemble a most picturesque gang to pull off a heist that promises a significant haul. The reader will find a story of crime and suspense with authentic, marginal characters, written by an author who knows the world he portrays inside out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is it about?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe plot centers on El Charli, a tough guy whose past is marked by crime and drugs, and whose present is consumed by alcohol and cigarettes. After receiving a tip, he seeks out Banderines, his former colleague and mastermind of previous jobs, to propose a new heist. The mission: steal hams. Although Banderines is hesitant at first, the confirmation that the loot is substantial convinces him. To carry out the plan, El Charli is in charge of recruiting a colorful cast of crime experts, while Banderines meticulously designs the job. However, in a heist, the outcome is always unpredictable, and nothing goes as expected.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMain themes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe heist and criminal planning as the driving force of the plot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eMarginality and the underworld of the urban outskirts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eFriendship and loyalty among characters with a criminal past.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eImpossible redemption and the search for a future in a hostile environment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eBlack humor and irony in high-tension situations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is it recommended for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor readers of crime and detective fiction who are looking for stories set away from major urban centers, with authentic characters and a classic heist plot but with an original twist. It is ideal for those who enjoy suspense, direct language, and sordid atmospheres, as well as fans of the publisher's Noir collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat this book offers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA realistic immersion into the criminal underworld from the perspective of its protagonists.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eMemorable and well-constructed characters, far from the usual stereotypes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA heist plot that combines suspense, action, and a touch of black humor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe author's firsthand knowledge of peripheral neighborhoods and their codes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAn agile and entertaining read, with a pace that maintains tension until the end.\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 Gómez Escribano, Paco\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e EDITORIAL ALREVES, S.L.\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 NOIR\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 October 2020\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 304\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 636 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEditorial Assessment\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA solid entry in the noir genre that stands out for its authenticity. Paco Gómez Escribano builds a heist story with marginal characters who are believable and relatable, avoiding idealization. The plot, centered on the theft of something as everyday as hams, provides a point of originality that hooks the reader. It is a recommended read for those looking for a noir novel with a street flavor, with no concessions and a narrative pulse that keeps the interest from beginning to end.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"EDITORIAL ALREVÉS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53407405146459,"sku":"9788417847494","price":20.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1018\/0650\/6331\/files\/978841784749.jpg?v=1781854729","url":"https:\/\/kalamobooks.com\/en\/products\/9788417847494","provider":"Kalamo Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}