Spain’s national bestseller. The book has been published in 20 languages in 40 countries. Continuation of the international hit “The Sting of the White City,” adapted into a Netflix film. For those who grant a new life, an ancient death awaits… 2016, the Basque Country. Artist Ana Belén Liaño is brutally murdered. The girl was sacrificed according to an ancient Celtic rite called Water Rituals: she was made unconscious, suspended from a tree, and drowned in a bronze-age cauldron. She was pregnant…
1992. A future police inspector Unai Lopez de Ayala, nicknamed Kraken, and his three best friends are working on an archaeological practice. There they meet a mysterious artist who becomes the first love for all four of them—and the main secret for all of them…
2016. Kraken must stop a serial killer imitating Celtic rites of death, whose victims are people expecting a child. The inspector’s chosen one is pregnant. And now both of them face Water Rituals…
Detailed descriptions of streets, cafés, and landmarks from the series books have served as the basis for real themed excursions “White City,” which are currently conducted under the auspices of the municipality of Vitoria.
“Just like Kara Black or Donna Leon depict Paris or Venice in their mysterious series, de Urturi lovingly portrays a unique and enchanting city, weaving Basque folklore and culture with a very complex and rich history.” — BookPage
“Impressive in scope and depth.” — Kirkus Reviews
“Shocking… Mesmerizing local flavor, beautifully developed plot, and excellent character descriptions make this book outstanding. Readers will eagerly await the next book in the series.” — Publishers Weekly