You never know which books will take you on an unexpected adventure. 

This is what happened to Daniel Sempere when he chose “The Shadow of the Wind” by Julian Carax as the one book from The Cemetery of Lost Books that he will safeguard for the rest of his life. He read this book at ten years old. And it changed his life.

Daniel sought to find out everything he could about the author and to read all of his works. However, a shroud of mystery envelopes the elusive author. No one really knows anything about Julian Carax, and copies of his books are rare treasures. To make things even more mysterious, someone has been stealing and burning every Julian Carax book they can find. 

Gripped by the intrigue and shadows surrounding the author and his book, and Daniel’s dedication–or obsession–leads him on a journey seemingly orchestrated by Julain Carax himself.

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This is a book about a fictional book, both bearing the title “The Shadow of the Wind.” I feel like this book found me and called out to me like it did to Daniel. I was killing time and stumbled upon a secondhand bookstore by chance. Like Daniel, I took my time looking through all the shelves to find one book to take home with me. I bought The Shadow of the Wind on a whim and I am so grateful I did.

This book got me out of a reading slump. You know how we say we want to be transported into the world of the books we are reading? That’s what happens to Daniel here. It’s got mystery, suspense, romance, and beautiful writing. I was surprised with each reveal, and amazed at how Carlos Ruiz Zafon was able to create such a touching tapestry of characters and events.

Read The Shadow of the Wind if you’re in the mood for suspense, thrilling reveals, and deep friendships.