A review by jacquirobbins
The Shadow of the Wind by Carlos Ruiz Zafón

5.0

This book grabbed me with the narrator's father leading him to the Cemetery of Forgotten Books, and left me savoring every bit. The plot is far too complex to recount here; suffice it to say there is mystery, romance, a coming-of-age story, surprise, and snort-worthy humor. And the language is beautiful and comfortable and magical. Before I read it, I snorted at the comparisons in other reviews to Eco and Marquez and Borges. I stand corrected.

If you love books, you must read this book.