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is a historical romance novel by Spanish journalist Nieves Herrero , first published in 2013. It explores one of the most scandalous and silenced secrets of Spain's high society during the early Francoist era. Plot Summary
Set in 1940s Madrid, the story begins just after the Spanish Civil War. During a gala at the Hotel Ritz, , the elegant Marchioness of Llanzol, meets Ramón Serrano Súñer , Francisco Franco’s powerful Minister of Foreign Affairs (often called the "Cuñadísimo"). Despite both being married, they begin a clandestine and passionate affair that eventually results in the birth of a daughter, Carmen Díez de Rivera . Key Themes and Historical Context Lo que escondГan sus ojos.epub
: Herrero provides a vivid depiction of the aristocratic lifestyle, featuring figures like the famous couturier Cristóbal Balenciaga , who was a close friend of the Marchioness. Television Adaptation is a historical romance novel by Spanish journalist
: Beyond the romance, the book details the internal power struggles of the Franco regime and the external pressure from the Allies and Axis powers during World War II. During a gala at the Hotel Ritz, ,
The novel was adapted into a popular four-part miniseries by Telecinco in 2016. stars as Sonsoles de Icaza. Rubén Cortada portrays Ramón Serrano Súñer. Javier Gutiérrez plays the role of Francisco Franco.
: The novel highlights how the affair was buried by both families to avoid a public scandal. Decades later, Carmen Díez de Rivera became a pivotal figure in the Spanish Transition to democracy.