by Marta Sanz · Editorial Anagrama · tapa blanda · ISBN 9788433977472
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In 'A Good Detective Never Gets Married', Marta Sanz introduces us to Zarco, a gay, forty-year-old detective, Paula's ex-husband and Olmo's ex-boyfriend, who decides to embark on a journey to forget and be forgotten. Seeking refuge in the riurau of the wealthy family of Marina Frankel, an old friend, Zarco becomes involved in a plot of family mystery. Marina belongs to a lineage of monozygotic twins, raised by her aunt Amparo after being abandoned by their mother. The arrival of Marcos Cambra, a podiatrist who marries Amparo, adds more intrigue to the situation. Zarco, with his peculiar style, will unravel the secrets of this family, discovering that he also needs to be found. This novel is a mixture of modern detective novel and fairy tale, addressing themes such as sex, marriage, incest and envy.
Marta Sanz Pastor is a Spanish writer. Her work includes the novels Susana y los viejos, Daniela Astor y la caja negra, Los mejores tiempos. and most recently Farándula which won the 2015 Premio Herralde. She is also a noted poet; among her notable works is the award-winning collection Vintage.
