Books like Marina by Carlos Ruiz Zafón

Name: Marina
Rating: 4.583333333333 (12 reviews)
Author: Carlos Ruiz Zafón

The story begins with a strange, time‑worn house that feels disconnected from its surroundings. A frightening woman performs a ritual at a funeral, and the heroine, Marina, captivates readers with her confidence. Through the narrative, the reader is drawn into an adventure filled with historical secrets, betrayal, illness, forgotten memories, and the enduring power of love.

First publish date: 2003

Genre: Horror/Supernatural Horror

Authors: Carlos Ruiz Zafón

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 4.6 (12 community ratings)

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