: The internal power struggles of the influential Folch family.
: The book is deeply rooted in the Priorat region of Catalonia, Spain, utilizing real landmarks like the Scala Dei Charterhouse. Reader Reception
The story is set in in 2019. It begins with the discovery of the body of Jaume Folch , the patriarch of a powerful wine-producing dynasty. The victim was found near the Cartuja de Escaladei (Charterhouse of Escaladei), his throat slit and a mysterious symbol carved into his chest.
: The narrative features flashbacks to the 15th century, explaining the Carthusian monks' lifestyle and the origins of the current conflict.
The investigation is led by (nicknamed "Sagi"), an inspector with the Mossos d'Esquadra. Alongside a young, sharp-witted journalist who discovered the body, Sagi must navigate:
