, the fifth instalment in the acclaimed Chassereau and Macua series by Noelia Lorenzo Pino , is a visceral exploration of the darkest corners of human cruelty. Published in 2021 by Travel Bug , this noir thriller cements Lorenzo Pino’s reputation as a leading figure in the "new Basque noir" movement. Plot Overview
As and Official Jon Ander Macua delve into the investigation, what initially appears to be a miraculous recovery quickly spirals into a complex web of deceit. The case takes a sharp turn when a member of Elías’s inner circle claims that the rescued boy is an impostor, forcing the investigators to confront a reality that is as "shattering" as it is elusive. Themes and Style
Noelia Lorenzo Pino (Irun, 1978) transitioned from a career in fashion design to becoming a heavyweight in Spanish crime fiction. Her previous works, such as Corazones negros , have earned prestigious accolades including the Premio Cubelles Noir . ANIMALES HERIDOS - LORENZO PINO, NOELIA - Amazon.com
: Reviewers from Babelio and Revista Calibre 38 praise the author’s ability to create characters that feel "very real," with worries and internal struggles that mirror everyday life.
: While the book functions as a standalone mystery, it reunites readers with the established duo of Eider and Jon Ander, further developing their professional and personal dynamics. About the Author
The story begins with a harrowing scene: the rescue of a captive teenager by an Ertzaintza intervention unit. Upon being questioned, the boy identifies himself as , a child who vanished seven years prior and was long presumed dead.
: The novel is frequently described as a study of "maldad" (evil) and the lack of limits in human cruelty.