- “El santo al cielo” (Saint Heaven) by Luis Mateo Díez – This novel explores the lives of characters from a small village in rural Cantabria, delving into their hopes, dreams, and everyday struggles.
- “La Regenta” by Leopoldo Alas Clarín – While primarily set in the fictional city of Vetusta, influenced by Oviedo, this classic Spanish novel briefly takes a detour to Cantabria during a pilgrimage to the Monastery of Covadonga.
- “Las inquietudes de Shanti Andía” (Shanti Andía’s Concerns) by Pío Baroja – Though primarily set in the Basque Country, a significant portion of this novel takes place in the coastal town of Castro Urdiales in Cantabria.
- “El beso del canguro” (The Kiss of the Kangaroo) by Pedro Zarraluki – This compelling novel weaves a story about memory, dreams, and love, with the backdrop of Cantabria’s natural beauty and its intertwining with the urban environment.
- “Esclavos de la consigna” (Slaves to the Slogan) by José Hierro – While not entirely set in Cantabria, this novel follows the story of a mining strike and its repercussions in the fictional town of Villalamosa, which is inspired by several mining towns in Cantabria.
- “El cantor de las orquídeas” (The Orchid Singer) by Eugenio Fuentes – This detective novel unravels a complex mystery against the backdrop of Cantabria’s rugged landscapes, combining crime fiction with elements of nature and local culture.
- “Las tías de Trinidad” (Trinidad’s Aunts) by Nuria Roca – Set in the coastal village of Santoña, this romantic novel explores family dynamics, friendships, and love, showcasing the charm of Cantabria’s seaside communities.
- “Un saxo en la niebla” (A Saxophone in the Mist) by Jerónimo García Valverde – Partly set in Cantabria’s rural areas, this coming-of-age novel tells the story of a young musician and his self-discovery journey.
- “El valle de los lobos” (The Valley of the Wolves) by Laura Gallego García – This young adult fantasy novel introduces readers to a magical world where a young girl embarks on a quest through the forests and mountains of Cantabria.
- “El guardian invisible” (The Invisible Guardian) by Dolores Redondo – The first book in the Baztan Trilogy, this crime novel takes place in the bordering Navarra region but features cultural and historical connections with Cantabria.
WANDERLIST: Ten famous novels set in Cantabria
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