Shadow of the Wind

I had requested that our book club read Shadow of the Wind, and it was chosen for our May read.  I didn't realize the pressure I would feel, hoping everyone would like it.

I had read it back in about 2004, and I really like it then.  But when the moderators began to preview the book, I wondered if I had ever read it at all!  They described a book I had totally forgotten.  So I decided I had better re-read it, and I am so glad I did.

When I first read it, I think I was just trying to get done with it.  This time, I was able to take my time.  I had missed so much the first time, I discovered.  Not usually one to pay huge attention to the writing, I found I luxuriated in the language.  One of the moderators described Zafon as a Spanish Shakespeare, he was so elegant with his words.

I had recalled that the scenes were dark, the story was dark, and indeed it was.  But I had forgotten how convoluted and twisting the plot was.  I had to pay attention again, and I still got confused.  Had not remembered any of it!!

If you need a beautiful read, full of action and a challenging mystery, this is it!  Love this book!