A best seller in Spain and taking place in Barcelona, this novel was one of two highly recommended reads (by locals) for our own family’s trip to the beautiful city on the Mediterranean. The Shadow of the Wind has it all-murder, mystery, romance, and adventure. The main protagonist, Daniel, is 10 years old at the … More Zafon’s Shadow of the Wind Book Review
Cathedral of the Sea was the second novel I read while in Barcelona. It has added such a richness to the experience of being in Barcelona and visiting Santa Maria Del Mar (original church built in 998 and then the cathedral built over it between 1329-1383). See below for photos. Also, learn more about this book’s … More Cathedral of the Sea by Idelfonso Falcones Book Review
The Basilica of Santa Maria del Mar is located in the medieval Ribera section of Barcelona, among small, narrow cobblestone streets. There was an original, smaller church there built in 998 (freaking old!). The current structure was built relatively quickly for the time period, between 1329 and 1383. It was considered the people’s church in … More Basilica de Santa Maria del Mar Barcelona, Spain
Fortunate Femme 