: A retired police commissioner living at the resort who assists in the investigation.

: Santa Rita, a former luxury spa and sanatorium turned into a transgenerational communal home for roughly 40 residents.

: The protagonist; Sofía's niece and a translator who arrives for a temporary stay to reflect on her life.

: Mediterranean Noir (a lighter, more luminous take on traditional crime fiction).

This guide covers by Elia Barceló , the first installment in her "Mediterranean Noir" series. Book Overview

: The peaceful life at Santa Rita is disrupted by the arrival of Moncho Riquelme, an old acquaintance of the homeowner, who has predatory plans for the estate. When he is found dead in an irrigation pool, everyone in the community—except the owner—becomes a suspect. Key Characters

: Includes Miguel (a blind math teacher), Reme (a mother supporting her daughter), and Nel’s group of university students. Autor Elia Barceló - Lectulandia

: The elderly owner of Santa Rita and a successful writer who uses two different pseudonyms for mystery and romance novels.