Velvet Was The Night
A delicious, twisted noir from the New York Times bestselling author of MEXICAN GOTHIC
(Author) Silvia Moreno-GarciaMexico in the 1970s is a dangerous country, even for Maite, a secretary who spends her life seeking the romance found in cheap comic books and ignoring the activists protesting around the city. When her next-door neighbor, the beautiful art student Leonora, disappears under suspicious circumstances, Maite finds herself searching for the missing woman-and journeying deeper into Leonora's secret life of student radicals and dissidents. 'An amazing writer' S.A. Cosby, bestselling author of Blacktop Wasteland and Razorblade Tears Mexico in the 1970s is a politically fraught land, even for Elvis, a goon with a passion for rock 'n' roll who knows more about kidney-smashing than intrigue. When Elvis is assigned to find Leonora, he begins a blood-soaked search for the woman-and his soul. 'A page-turning read full of colour and action' THE INDEPENDENT Swirling in parallel trajectories, Maite and Elvis attempt to discover the truth behind Leonora's disappearance, encountering hitmen, government agents, and Russian spies. Because Mexico in the 1970s is a noir, where life is cheap and the price of truth is high. Velvet Was the Night: an edgy, simmering historical novel for lovers of smoky noirs and anti-heroes.
Silvia Moreno-Garcia
Silvia Moreno-Garcia is a Mexican-Canadian author known for her diverse and imaginative storytelling. Her most notable works include "Certain Dark Things," "Gods of Jade and Shadow," and "Mexican Gothic." Moreno-Garcia's writing often blends elements of fantasy, horror, and cultural mythology, creating rich and immersive worlds that showcase her unique perspective. She has made significant contributions to the speculative fiction genre, particularly in showcasing Latin American folklore and themes in her work. "Mexican Gothic" is one of her most famous works, receiving critical acclaim for its haunting atmosphere and strong female protagonist. Moreno-Garcia continues to be a prominent voice in contemporary literature, pushing boundaries and challenging conventions in her storytelling.
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