I feel a little sad that this series is over for me now, but I also think Zafón did a terrific job of tying up all loose ends. The Shadow of the Wind will always be my favorite, but I think this is a close second! As usual, Zafón blends together dark gothic intrigue with a little romance and political commentary, but in this novel, he adds some police procedural. I loved the combo! Alicia Gris was a fantastic character that kept me engaged. I love her, but I also questioned her choices throughout. I think that’s a good sign of a multi-faceted realistic character. The book’s pacing kept things exciting, and the plot certainly kept me guessing. I know I will return to this and the other books in its world, and I’ll love the reminder of our Barcelona trip.