"The Lions of Catalunya" by Jeremy D. Rowe is published
A gripping historical account of the beautiful city of Barcelona.
- (1888PressRelease) September 12, 2016 - "The Lions of Catalunya" by Jeremy D. Rowe, ISBN #978-1786230126, About the Book: Through a dozen generations of the Blanxart family, The Lions of Catalunya follows the tumultuous story of Barcelona. From bloody open warfare and unexpected terrorist atrocities, through plague and family trials, via joyous celebrations of a unique culture, this fast-paced history of Barcelona as experienced by one family involved in every twist and turn of fate, reflects modern world challenges and forms a powerful background to the independence debate. The vibrant Barcelona region has a long and rich history, and its current quest for independence is based on this graphic and gripping history.
Excerpt from the Book:
"They watched, horrified, as the sailing ship, painfully slowly, attempted to turn and escape the range of the canon, but it was no use. Shot after shot rang out across the water, and the Blanxart family could imagine the gleeful laughter of the soldiers on Montjuic as they fired at their sitting-duck target.
The canon-fire started to shred the sails, and the main mast was demolished. Abruptly a huge explosion ripped across the water as The Swan exploded. A huge fire-ball rose into the air, with a roar beyond any they had ever heard. The noise echoed like thunder around the mountains, and a cloud of black smoke rose from the water. The group on the beach stood frozen by the shock. None had ever seen such an explosion before, and many crossed themselves, thinking that the world was ending, and they knelt horrified on the shore. A calm descended, and in the blink of an eye the Swan was no more.
"What the devil?" gasped Rafael, falling to his knees on the beach.
"What cargo did The Swan carry, son?" asked Perot suspiciously, kneeling beside his sobbing son.
His shoulders shaking, as he hugged the Blanxart sword, Perez choked and tried to answer. "Explosives," he answered. "I did a secret deal with our agents in London to smuggle gunpowder and arms to Barcelona. The British were always ready to help our struggle."
The noise of a horse clattering over the cobbles, and then onto the beach made them look up.
"What was that?" shouted chief minister Casanova, jumping down from the horse.
Rising to his feet, his clothes wet and muddy from the beach, tears still streaming down his face, Perez turned to the minister. "My ship exploded," his said simply. "It blew up."
Amazon reviews:
5.0 out of 5 stars A fabulous read I became drawn into the life of ...
By Amazon Customer on 22 Jun. 2016
A fabulous read I became drawn into the life of the family and could not put it down. Especially interesting if you know Barcelona but if you do not know the City you will want to visit it after reading this book.
5.0 out of 5 stars Stunning first novel!
By Wordly Traveller on August 20, 2016
The novel is a gripping read following the progress of the Blanxart family through history, combine great elation and sadness too! I could not put the book down!
"The Lions of Catalunya" is available in paperback from Amazon UK at:
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Lions-Catalunya-Jeremy-D-Rowe/dp/1786230127
This book about the city of Barcelona is also available from Amazon USA at:
https://www.amazon.com/Lions-Catalunya-Jeremy-D-Rowe/dp/1786230127
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Grosvenor House Publishing
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