Description
Mal'ak (The Messenger)
Book Summary
A mystery and suspense novel that hooks the reader from the very first page. Yeik Dylan, an ordinary man who has decided to restart his life, finds himself caught up in a web of inexplicable disappearances after saving an elderly priest. When a corpse vanishes without a trace and all suspicion falls on him, Yeik must decipher the secrets of a diary that connects his present with a similar event that occurred fifty years earlier in a remote Mexican village. A work that combines police intrigue, supernatural elements, and a deep reflection on destiny.
What is it about?
On Christmas Eve 2009, in Staten Island (New York), Yeik Dylan attempts to leave his past life behind. During a late-night walk, he saves the life of an elderly priest and crosses paths with two police officers investigating a murder. Shortly after, the crime scene corpse disappears without a rational explanation, and all evidence points toward Yeik as the prime suspect. In his possession is the old priest's diary, a document that chronicles an extraordinary event that took place half a century earlier in a remote village in Tijuana (Mexico). The story of Yeik and that of the priest become intertwined in a mystery that defies logic and forces him to question reality.
Main Themes
- The mystery of inexplicable disappearances and the police investigation.
- The connection between the past and the present through a prophetic diary.
- Destiny and the ability of an ordinary individual to face the extraordinary.
- The duality between the rational and the supernatural in a suspenseful context.
- Redemption and life changes as the driving force of an intrigue-filled plot.
Who is it recommended for?
For readers passionate about mystery and suspense novels with supernatural elements, who enjoy complex plots with unexpected twists and oppressive atmospheres. It is also ideal for those looking for stories that combine criminal investigation with existential dilemmas and references to the inexplicable. Recommended for an adult audience that appreciates dense narrative and a slow-paced yet absorbing development.
What this book offers
- A suspenseful plot that maintains tension until the very last page, with a central mystery that connects two eras and two locations.
- A reflection on chance, destiny, and how a chance encounter can change the course of a life.
- An immersive atmosphere that blends the harsh reality of a police investigation with the inexplicable.
- A protagonist who is easy to empathize with, trapped in a situation beyond his control.
- An extensive and detailed read (582 pages) that offers hours of immersion in a world of intrigue.
Technical Specifications
- Author: Núñez Guerrero, Francisco de Paula
- Publisher: Punto Rojo Libros, S.L.
- Language: Spanish
- Genre: Mystery and suspense work
- Collection: PUNTO ROJO
- Binding: Paperback
- Publication Date: June 2020
- Number of pages: 582
- Weight: 952 g
Editorial Review
A novel that bets on classic mystery with a supernatural touch, ideal for those seeking a dense and atmospheric read. The plot, which begins with a mundane event that spirals into the inexplicable, manages to maintain interest thanks to the dual timeline and the enigma of the diary. The author builds a story that invites reflection on destiny and coincidence, without losing sight of the narrative pulse of suspense. A recommended title for fans of the genre who are not afraid to delve into a work of over 500 pages.