(1997) is a seminal police thriller by Spanish author Antonio Muñoz Molina . The novel is celebrated for transcending the traditional crime genre by focusing on the psychological depth of its characters and the moral impact of violence. Plot Overview and Chapter 1 Focus

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: The prose is described as "electrical," blending tension and rage with tenderness. E-book and Purchase Information

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: The narrative establishes a tense atmosphere, beginning with the killer's search for a victim under the full moon. It introduces the central theme of eyes—the killer's normal, serene appearance that allows him to hide in plain sight.

: Alongside the inspector, the story follows other characters grappling with their own "secrets," including his wife (who is in a mental institution), Father Orduña, the forensic doctor Ferreras, and the teacher Susana Grey. Key Themes and Style

: He returns to the city after years in the Basque Country, obsessed with finding the killer by identifying a "mark of evil" in their gaze among the crowd.