THE HAND OF FATIMA - HISTORICAL NOVEL

Transport yourself to the magical setting of sixteenth-century Andalusia, where adventure, love, intrigue, and revenge intertwine in an epic tale. Immerse yourself in the story of a man torn between two cultures, religions, and women. Feel the emotions of the bestselling historical novel by the author of the famous Cathedral of Barcelona.

• Captivating plot: full of twists and unforgettable characters.
• Rich historical background: Sixteenth-century Spain comes to life on the pages of the novel.
• Universal themes: love, loyalty, identity, and the search for one's place in the world.
• Exciting journey: through turbulent times and cultural conflicts.
• Engaging narrative: that is impossible to put down.
• Ideal for history lovers: and lovers of fine literature.
• Bestselling author: guarantee of high quality and unforgettable experiences.

Spain, second half of the 16th century. Muslims, present on the Iberian Peninsula for over eight centuries, have become a minority. Catholic Spain knows no mercy for them - economically restricted, humiliated for religious reasons, followers of Islam are forced to renounce their faith and rituals. The increasingly fewer Moors have had enough of injustice and persecution. Once again, they declare war on the Christians and rise up against the Castilians in the hills of Granada. In this turbulent period, we meet Hernando Ruiz, the illegitimate son of a Muslim woman raped by a priest, rejected because of his origin by both Muslims and Christians. His fate is intertwined with that of thirteen-year-old Fatima, whom he falls in love with and who reciprocates his love. However, the girl must marry Brahim, Hernando's stepfather, who has hated him from the day he married his pregnant mother.

Kidnapped into slavery, Hernando will experience changing fortunes. He will live in poverty and wealth, struggle with aggression and misunderstanding from his environment, meet powerful enemies, and become the object of revenge. But he will never forget Fatima. As a mature man, he will have to choose between two women, each of whom is the love of his life. This epic story is not only a love story, but also a profound study of human nature, cultural conflicts, and the search for identity. The author renders the realities of sixteenth-century Spain with extraordinary precision, transporting the reader in time and space. The novel touches on important social and religious themes, prompting reflection on tolerance, justice, and the value of life.

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