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Only Pepe Carvalho could use a tattoo saying 'Born to Raise Hell in Hell' as evidence that the police are, once again, dead wrongIn a Spain still stifled under the rule of Franco, former CIA operativeand former CommunistPepe Carvalho has become so cynical he seems to care about nothing except food and sex. He's even taken to burning the occasional book in his Barcelona apartment, just so he can have a fire going in the fireplace when he eats some bacalhao.But when he sees the cops bungling a case he's hired to investigatethat of a body pulled out of the seahe's roused by a sense of injustice. The cops think the murder was connected to local drug dealers and brothels, and they begin raiding bars and harassing Barcelona's women of the night. But Carvalho's gut tells him something else is going on, and the cops are wrong once again.As the cops stir up more and more trouble, and Carvalho gets more and more entwined, he's only got one clue: a tattoo on the dead man's body, one which reads: 'Born to Raise Hell in Hell.'
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- Q: What is the main plot of 'Tattoo (A Pepe Carvalho Mystery)'? A: 'Tattoo (A Pepe Carvalho Mystery)' follows former CIA operative Pepe Carvalho as he investigates the murder of a man found in the sea, using a tattoo on the body as a central clue. Set in a politically repressive Spain, the story delves into Carvalho's cynical worldview as he navigates a corrupt police force.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is written by Manuel Vazquez Montalban, a renowned Spanish author known for his detective fiction and commentary on social issues.
- Q: What genre does this book belong to? A: 'Tattoo (A Pepe Carvalho Mystery)' is categorized as a political mystery, exploring themes of corruption and injustice in a historical context.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains a total of 288 pages, making it a relatively concise read.
- Q: When was 'Tattoo (A Pepe Carvalho Mystery)' published? A: The book was published on July 30, 2013.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: This edition of 'Tattoo' is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Is there any specific content or themes readers should be aware of? A: Readers should note that the novel addresses themes of political repression, cynicism, and social injustice, set against the backdrop of Franco's Spain.
- Q: Is this book part of a series? A: 'Tattoo (A Pepe Carvalho Mystery)' is part of the Pepe Carvalho series, featuring the same main character in various investigative adventures.
- Q: What can readers expect in terms of character development? A: Readers can expect significant character development of Pepe Carvalho, exploring his complex personality as he grapples with moral dilemmas and a disillusioned view of society.
- Q: What are the key features of this book? A: Key features include a gripping plot, rich historical context, and a strong protagonist in Pepe Carvalho, who offers a deep commentary on society and justice.