{"product_id":"9788419615862","title":"BILBAO-STYLE PISTO","description":"\u003ch2\u003eBILBAO-STYLE PISTO\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBook Summary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA noir novel with a taste of Bilbao where wit, humor, and gastronomy go hand in hand. Professor Loizaga, an ironic and perceptive character, finds himself involved in a kidnapping case that hides an affair and an uncomfortable question: how much is the life of the person you love worth if they have been unfaithful to you? With the help of an Ertzaintza officer and his peculiar mother, Loizaga will delve into an investigation that blends mystery with the flavors of Basque cuisine. This first installment of the series promises an agile, intelligent, and surprising read.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is it about?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe plot begins with the kidnapping of the wife of a wealthy Bilbao engineer. When the husband prepares to pay the three-million-euro ransom, he discovers that his wife has a lover. This discovery triggers a moral and practical crisis that sparks Professor Loizaga's curiosity. Determined to get to the bottom of the matter, Loizaga investigates alongside his friend Román Escudero, an Ertzaintza officer, and his singular mother, Ama Loizaga. The investigation takes place in present-day Bilbao, sprinkled with irony, reflections on fidelity, and a constant gastronomic backdrop that enriches the narrative. The author weaves a story that combines the tension of the noir genre with humor and Basque culinary culture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMain themes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe moral dilemma of the value of life versus romantic betrayal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe investigation of a kidnapping with unexpected twists and adultery.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe fusion of the noir genre with humor and Basque gastronomy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe relationship between an eccentric professor, a police officer, and a singular mother.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe portrait of contemporary Bilbao as a setting for intrigue.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is it recommended for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor readers of noir novels who are looking for witty plots and charismatic characters, far from the darker thriller. Also for those who enjoy stories where humor and local culture are integrated into solving a crime. It is ideal for fans of authors like Manuel Vázquez Montalbán, who appreciate a narrative style that combines mystery, irony, and gastronomic references.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat this book offers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAn original and ironical protagonist who brings freshness to the genre.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA kidnapping plot with an ethical dilemma that invites reflection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eImmersion in Basque culture and gastronomy as part of the investigation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAn entertaining read that combines suspense, humor, and local flavors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe beginning of a promising series with memorable characters.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eData sheet\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAuthor: ALONSO, JOSE FRANCISCO\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePublisher: ED.ALREVES,S.L\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eLanguage: Spanish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eTopic: POLICE AND MYSTERY GENRE\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eCollection: NARRATIVE\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePublication date: May 2024\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eNumber of pages: 302\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 834 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEditorial Review\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePISTO A LA BILBAINA is an original proposal within the Spanish noir novel, opting for a lighthearted tone without losing narrative tension. José Francisco Alonso builds a story that hooks from the very first premise, supported by a charismatic protagonist and a very well-utilized local setting. The combination of mystery, adultery, and gastronomy offers a different reading experience that can attract both genre enthusiasts and those looking for a novel with its own personality. A series start that promises more equally tasty installments.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ED.ALREVES,S.L","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53407410520411,"sku":"9788419615862","price":20.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1018\/0650\/6331\/files\/978841961586.jpg?v=1781854948","url":"https:\/\/kalamobooks.com\/en\/products\/9788419615862","provider":"Kalamo Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}