The Silence of the White City (Trilogía de la Ciudad Blanca #1)

this was truly a great listen. the story was rich with traditions and family, twists and turns. The reader was especially a big plus. the pronunciations and his accent added flair to the story…Loved it!!

I liked this lengthy serial killer mystery set in Basque Country of Spain, but the prose is uneven and at times overdone to the point of logorrhea. I was unfamiliar with the names and language, so I bought the audiobook, which I enjoyed immensely. I set the speed to 1.3-1.5, listened to fantastic narrator Henry Levya, and found myself immersed in the story. Twenty years ago, a series of bizarre, ritualistic murders ended after a police detective arrested his twin brother, who was convicted and imprisoned. Now, when the murderer is due to be paroled, serial murders with the same signature have resumed. The storyline is familiar and yet quite exotic—especially the often fantastical folklore of the region. I was fascinated by the near paranormal abilities of the beloved grandfather of Inspector Unai Lopez de Ayala. New-to-me folk remedies seemed almost supernatural, as are some local traditions and beliefs. I especially liked the setting in a historic and ancient city—which is always a plus, as were the maps which helped me Wiki the cultural landmarks. This is a fantastical mystery, so I expected TSTL moments, but Inspector Ayala’s final, dramatic situation felt forced and some actions unbelievable. Plus, I preferred a denouement that’s less schmaltzy. That’s the best word to describe the ending. Overall this is a 4 stars read.

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