- “The Shadow of the Wind” by Carlos Ruiz Zafón – This bestselling novel takes place in postwar Barcelona, but it features significant scenes set in Madrid.
- “The Angel’s Game” by Carlos Ruiz Zafón – Another book by Ruiz Zafón, this gothic thriller is set in Barcelona but includes references to Madrid.
- “Winter in Madrid” by C.J. Sansom – Set during the Spanish Civil War, this historical thriller follows the lives of a group of friends in Madrid.
- “The Fencing Master” by Arturo Pérez-Reverte – This historical novel is set in 1868 Madrid, revolving around a fencing master and the political turmoil of the time.
- “The Train of Ice and Fire” by Francisco Marín – Set in modern-day Madrid, this mystery novel follows a group of friends as they investigate a series of bizarre events.
- “Death on a Galician Shore” by Domingo Villar – This detective novel is the second in a series and takes place in the Galician estuary region, with parts set in Madrid.
- “The Fountains of Silence” by Ruta Sepetys – This historical fiction novel is set in 1950s Francoist Spain, including Madrid, and delves into the hidden secrets of the time.
- “The Map of Time” by Félix J. Palma – A blend of historical fiction and science fiction, this novel takes readers on a journey through time and features sections set in Madrid.
- “Outlaws” by Javier Cercas – This novel explores the moral ambiguities of the past as a writer investigates the life of a real-life criminal, including insights into Madrid’s history.
- “The Story of a Shipwrecked Sailor” by Gabriel García Márquez – While not entirely set in Madrid, this novella follows the true story of a Colombian sailor and includes passages set in the city.
WANDERLIST: Ten famous novels set in Madrid
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