A national bestseller of Spain, adapted into a film by Netflix. Detailed descriptions of streets, cafés, and landmarks from this book formed the basis for real themed tours—“Silence of the White City”—which are currently conducted under the auspices of the municipality of Vitoria.
Here your hunt ends. And mine begins.
An elusive maniac kills the residents of Vitoria, adorning their bodies with eguskilores—Basque ritual symbols. Exactly like 20 years ago… But the man accused of those old crimes has spent all these years in prison and is only now preparing to be released. Has the criminal found a copycat—or did the court send an innocent man to jail back then? The investigation is taken up by Inspector Unai Lopez de Ayala, nicknamed Kraken. He knows nothing about the killer… but the killer who leaves him mysterious and very personal messages knows everything about Kraken…
“Just like Kara Black or Donna Leon depict Paris or Venice in their mysterious series, Saens lovingly portrays a unique and enchanting city, weaving Basque folklore and culture together with a very complex and rich history.” — BookPage
“Impressively written, and striking in both scope and depth.” — Kirkus Reviews
“Astonishing… The compelling local flavor, beautifully constructed plot, and excellent character descriptions make this book stand out. Readers will eagerly await the next installment in the series.” — Publishers Weekly
Truly tangled story full of dark secrets. An investigation into a series of terrible, cold-blooded murders using ritual symbols in one of the most beautiful cities in Spain—Vitoria… It was new and unexpected! I don’t know if it’s right that a book about a serial killer evoked such positive emotions, but I can’t help it—it's magnificent! This atmospheric, gripping thriller keeps you on edge from the very first lines until the end, and you’ll be delighted by its climax.
— Alya @book_voedka