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From master storyteller Carlos Ruiz Zafón, author of the international phenomenon The Shadow of the Wind, comes The Angel’s Game—a dazzling new page-turner about the perilous nature of obsession, in literature and in love. “The whole of Barcelona stretched out at my feet and I wanted to believe that, when I opened those windows, its streets would whisper stories to me, secrets I could capture on paper and narrate to whomever cared to listen . . .” In an abandoned mansion at the heart of Barcelona, a young man, David Martín, makes his living by writing sensationalist novels under a pseudonym. The survivor of a troubled childhood, he has taken refuge in the world of books and spends his nights spinning baroque tales about the city’s underworld. But perhaps his dark imaginings are not as strange as they seem, for in a locked room deep within the house lie photographs and letters hinting at the mysterious death of the previous owner. Like a slow poison, the history of the place seeps into his bones as he struggles with an impossible love. Close to despair, David receives a letter from a reclusive French editor, Andreas Corelli, who makes him the offer of a lifetime. He is to write a book unlike anything that has ever existed—a book with the power to change hearts and minds. In return, he will receive a fortune, and perhaps more. But as David begins the work, he realizes that there is a connection between his haunting book and the shadows that surround his home. Once again, Zafón takes us into a dark, gothic universe first seen in the Shadow of the Wind and creates a breathtaking adventure of intrigue, romance, and tragedy. Through a dizzingly constructed labyrinth of secrets, the magic of books, passion, and friendship blend into a masterful story.
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"This is a very dark novel. It is interestingly written, with the suspense of a detective novel, but it is a bit too long and the unrelenting dreariness got to me a few times. Good thing I read it during the summer and not the dead of winter. The protagonist and several of the other characters are very likeable and you really care about them. The plot kept me interested and the themes were fascinating. Overall, I recommend it."
— Janet (4 out of 5 stars)
The Angel's Game Listener Reviews
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" Pequel To Shadow of the Wind. It was full of surprises The ending was different. "
— Cecile, 2/20/2014 -
" The reason I gave this 3* is more than likely because I listened to it rather than reading. Ruiz Zafon tells such a labyrinthine story, that not being able to go at my own pace, or flip back and forth, or even give it undivided attention (I listen while driving) probably took a star, or maybe 2, away. I'll read the next one. "
— Jamie, 2/17/2014 -
" This was a huge disappointment after the first being SO good. "
— ANg, 2/15/2014 -
" This book is a prequel to The Shadow of the Wind (which was also a great read). It is an excellent thriller and I highly recommend it for many hours of terrific escapism. "
— Stephanie, 2/9/2014 -
" One of my favorite authors "
— Lauren, 1/19/2014 -
" I really enjoyed the book, but i think the last 100 pages or so where a mess.... it seemed like zafon looked for the easiest and fastest way to finish the book. read like a manuscript with much editing left to do. i have kind of written him off after that book....maybe the shadow of the wind was just a stroke of look and the muse that kissed him broke up with him (at least she left him close to the end of this book) "
— Liv_in_wonderland, 1/19/2014 -
" My favorite line in the book is on pg 13: "Envy is the religion of the mediocre." I will remember it til the day I die. For a self-professed book nerd, if I could be laid to rest in a cemetery of lost books.....That's all I need. "
— Jennifer, 12/25/2013 -
" This trilogy is completely addictive. Given that this is translated from its original Spanish, the translation does not lose any of its style and Zafon pulls you in. Highly recommended if you enjoy historical fiction with a mysterious twist. "
— Jenny, 12/18/2013 -
" I was very confused by this book. I think I need to read the third book to better understand it. Definitely not as straightforward as The Shadow of the Wind was. "
— Pauline, 12/12/2013 -
" I really enjoy Zafon's. writing. His work is rich with Marcellus descriptions. He paints beautiful landscapes with words. The story is a bit fantastic but I loved the journey. "
— Earl, 11/30/2013 -
" Carlos Ruiz Zafon is such an amazing storyteller. I can't wait to re-read all his books again. "
— Natalie, 2/6/2013 -
" This book was a bit scary, but I loved it! Shadow of the Wind is a hard act to follow, but Ruiz Zafon did a beautiful job. This book had many twists and turns, but blended into one great story. "
— Julie, 8/30/2012 -
" I wanted to love this book because I so love Shadow of the Wind. I enjoyed it, but it felt too baggy and too Faustian for me to love it. "
— Shea, 8/21/2012 -
" a disappointing follow up to Shadow of the Wind, simply because for a long time nothing happens, and when it finally does, the ending is a complete "what the hell just happened" moment. Entertaining enough in its own right but the answers did not come through clearly by the end. "
— Feryal, 5/21/2012 -
" I found this book dark and morbid and honestly disappointing. I actually plodded through it hoping that I would glimpse some of the magic of 'Shadow of the Wind', but no such luck. Pick it up only if you want to complete the trilogy, like me :) "
— Sameera, 4/5/2012 -
" That was bad. Really bad. Zafon tries to write like Marquez, he tries to write meta, to write magical mystery. But it's just predictable, pretentious and boring. "
— Christopher, 9/28/2011 -
" This was an amazing book! "
— Mel, 4/7/2011 -
" Loved this thriller the suspense and wanting to know how it ended couldnt put down had to finish all 3 books. "
— Bailee, 4/14/2010 -
" Whilst I enjoyed reading the book there were an awful lot of loose ends that never got tied up. Nearly a very good book - definitely preferred Shadows of the Wind "
— Godowd, 2/11/2010
About Carlos Ruiz Zafón
Carlos Ruiz Zafón (1964-2020) wrote several novels, including the international phenomenon The Shadow of the Wind. His work has been honored with numerous awards, including the Edebé Award, Spain’s most prestigious prize for young adult fiction.
About Dan Stevens
Dan Stevens, an Earphones Award-winning narrator, is internationally known for his role as Matthew Crawley in the hit television drama Downton Abbey. He has starred in numerous films, including Beauty and the Beast, The Guest, and A Walk among the Tombstones, among others. His theater work includes The Heiress on Broadway and Arcadia, Every Good Boy Deserves Favour, The Vortex, and Hay Fever in London.