In dual timelines, Our Last Days in Barcelona shares the story of Isabel (1964) and her mother (1936). Each is an inspiring, independently minded, strong, and brave woman.
Our Last Days in Barcelona by Chanel Cleeton
iGenre/Categories/Setting: Historical Fiction, Women’s Fiction, Family Life, Sisters, Spain
My Summary:
Welcome to #ThrowBackThursday where I highlight an older review or post a current review of a backlist title. Today, I’m sharing a Chanel Cleeton backlist title, Our Last Days in Barcelona.
I’m linking up with Davida @ The Chocolate Lady’s Book Review Blog for #ThrowbackThursday.
In 1964, Isabel Perez travels to Barcelona to check on her sister Beatriz after the family loses contact with her. The family is worried about her disappearance because they fear Beatriz may be involved in espionage. Isabel meets a (handsome) gentleman friend and coworker of Beatriz’s who helps locate Beatriz. While in Barcelona, Isabel stumbles upon an old picture that causes her to question her family history. The story takes us back to 1936 as family secrets are revealed.
Cultural expectations and family traditions…
Continue here for my full review of Our Last Days in Barcelona…
QOTD:
Are you a Chanel Cleeton fan?
Have you read this one?