El Juego del Ángel: El cementerio de los libros olvidados, 2 — Carlos Ruiz Zafón
El Juego del Ángel is the second novel in Carlos Ruiz Zafón’s El cementerio de los libros olvidados series. Set in 1920s Barcelona, the Spanish-language story follows a young writer drawn into a mysterious commission involving an editor, an impossible love and a hidden world of books.
At a glance
- A story set in 1920s Barcelona, centred on a young writer and a mysterious offer to create an unprecedented book.
- The listing places it as the second volume of El cementerio de los libros olvidados.
- The novel combines intrigue, romance and tragedy, with a labyrinth of secrets around books and friendship.
Often bought together
Pros and cons
Pros
- A substantial 688-page Spanish-language novel for readers looking for an extended story.
- The Barcelona setting and premise mix literary mystery with romance and tragedy.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Publisher | Booket |
|---|---|
| Publication date | 11 Oct. 2016 |
| Language | Spanish |
| Print length | 688 pages |
| Weight listed | 432 g |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 12.5 x 3.5 x 19 cm |
| ISBN-10 | 8408163442 |
|---|---|
| ISBN-13 | 978-8408163442 |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Readers comfortable reading fiction in Spanish.
- Fans of literary mysteries, suspense and stories set in Barcelona.
- Readers seeking the second book in El cementerio de los libros olvidados.
Less suited to
- Readers who need an English-language edition.
- Readers seeking a short standalone read rather than a long second-in-series novel.
Customer reviews on Amazon
- 5 stars
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Customer feedback describes the book as captivating, with readers highlighting plot twists, engaging suspense and the writing style. The feedback also notes that tension and urgency build in the second half. This may appeal to readers seeking an absorbing, long Spanish-language story, though the positive reports do not establish that every reader will share that response.
Positive themes
- Customers describe the story as captivating and engaging.
- Feedback praises the plot twists and writing style.
- Readers highlight suspense, including rising tension in the second half.
Frequently asked questions
What language is this edition in?
The listing identifies the book’s language as Spanish.
Where does it sit in the series?
The title identifies it as book 2 of El cementerio de los libros olvidados.
What is the story about?
Set in 1920s Barcelona, it follows a young writer who receives a mysterious editor’s offer to write an unprecedented book, alongside themes of romance, intrigue and tragedy.
How long is the book?
The listing gives a print length of 688 pages.
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