{"product_id":"9788494582646","title":"Darwin's Smile","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDarwin's Smile\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBook Summary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA noir novel that intertwines the lives of three solitary characters in an ordinary neighborhood. When a homeless man is murdered, the community is quick to point to another homeless person as the culprit. But Noemí, a woman marked by her own past, is not satisfied with appearances and decides to investigate on her own, discovering that the secrets her neighbors hide may be more dangerous than the crime itself. A story about injustice, fear, and the fragility of human bonds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is it about?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMax is a homeless man who lives on the street with his dog and sleeps in an ATM lobby. From her balcony, Noemí, a quiet woman carrying trauma from her past, observes his routine. Beside her is Ivan, a young, sullen neighbor who inspires distrust.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen another vagrant is found dead inside the same ATM lobby Max frequents, all suspicions fall on him. Noemí, however, refuses to accept the easy version and begins to inquire on her own. As she moves forward, the lives of these three characters intersect unexpectedly, revealing hidden connections and secrets that no one wants to unearth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMain themes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eSocial injustice and the criminalization of homeless people.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe weight of past traumas and the difficulty of overcoming them.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eLoneliness in urban life and the fragility of human bonds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eDistrust of others and everyday prejudices.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe search for truth in a hostile environment.\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 fiction who are looking for plots beyond the conventional thriller, with a focus on character psychology and social criticism. Also for those who enjoy intimate stories with a dense atmosphere and plot twists born from human relationships.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat this book offers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA sensitive and realistic view of life on the street and marginalization.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA well-constructed mystery that unfolds based on the characters' psychology.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA reflection on how the past can condition the present and the capacity for redemption.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA plot that invites readers to question first impressions and quick judgments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eData sheet\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAuthor: Villalonga Fernández, Anna Maria\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePublisher: Llibres del Delicte\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eLanguage: cat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eTopic: CRIME AND MYSTERY GENRE\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eCollection: FONDO\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eBinding: Paperback\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePublication date: January 2017\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eNumber of pages: 208\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 371 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEditorial review\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn atypical noir novel that prioritizes psychological depth over fast-paced action. The author constructs a well-defined triangle of characters, each with their own narrative weight, and drives them toward an outcome that reflects the complexity of human relationships. Recommended for those seeking a read that combines mystery with a critical look at society and its prejudices.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"LLIBRES DEL DELICTE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53405554180443,"sku":"9788494582646","price":16.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1018\/0650\/6331\/files\/978849458264.jpg?v=1781828351","url":"https:\/\/kalamobooks.com\/en\/products\/9788494582646","provider":"Kalamo Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}