I'm really excited to be a part of the Blog Tour for Our Last Days in Barcelona by Chanel Cleeton! I received a free electronic copy from the publisher for honest review. Thanks so much to Berkley Books and Chanel Cleeton for letting me be a part of the tour!
Author: Chanel Cleeton
Published by: Berkley Books
Released: May 24, 2022
Source: Electronic Review Copy Provided by Publisher
Synopsis: When Isabel Perez
travels to Barcelona to save her sister Beatriz, she discovers a
shocking family secret in New York Times bestselling author Chanel
Cleeton’s new novel.
Barcelona, 1964. Exiled from Cuba after the
revolution, Isabel Perez has learned to guard her heart and protect her
family at all costs. After Isabel’s sister Beatriz disappears in
Barcelona, Isabel goes to Spain in search of her. Joining forces with an
unlikely ally thrusts Isabel into her sister’s dangerous world of
espionage, but it’s an unearthed piece of family history that transforms
Isabel’s life.
Barcelona, 1936. Alicia Perez arrives in Barcelona after a difficult voyage from Cuba, her marriage in jeopardy and her young daughter Isabel in tow. Violence brews in Spain, the country on the brink of civil war, the rise of fascism threatening the world. When Cubans journey to Spain to join the International Brigades, Alicia’s past comes back to haunt her as she is unexpectedly reunited with the man who once held her heart.
Alicia and Isabel’s lives intertwine, and the past and present collide, as a mother and daughter are forced to choose between their family’s expectations and following their hearts. (Synopsis from Goodreads)
Barcelona, 1936. Alicia Perez arrives in Barcelona after a difficult voyage from Cuba, her marriage in jeopardy and her young daughter Isabel in tow. Violence brews in Spain, the country on the brink of civil war, the rise of fascism threatening the world. When Cubans journey to Spain to join the International Brigades, Alicia’s past comes back to haunt her as she is unexpectedly reunited with the man who once held her heart.
Alicia and Isabel’s lives intertwine, and the past and present collide, as a mother and daughter are forced to choose between their family’s expectations and following their hearts. (Synopsis from Goodreads)
My Thoughts: I really enjoyed this story. This is one of those stories that deals with multiple generations. I loved finding out each story and seeing how they all weaved together. I also loved learning more Cuban history. I don't know the most about those events in history, and I love being able to learn more through historical fiction.
Chanel Cleeton writes some great stories. I end up being really invested in the characters and the situations they are in.
I loved how this story was about family, that was its core.
I thought this was great. I enjoyed my time reading it. I definitely recommend picking it up and giving it a read.
Originally from Florida, Chanel Cleeton grew
up on stories of her family's exodus from Cuba following the events of
the Cuban Revolution. Her passion for politics and history continued
during her years spent studying in England, where she earned a
bachelor's degree in International Relations from Richmond, The American
International University in London, and a master's degree in Global
Politics from the London School of Economics and Political Science.
Chanel also received her Juris Doctor from the University of South
Carolina School of Law.
Thanks so much for checking out my Blog Tour Stop for Our Last Days in Barcelona by Chanel Cleeton. Thank you to Berkley Books and Chanel Cleeton for letting me be a part of this tour. I'd definitely recommend giving this one a read!
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