Librería Samer Atenea
Kálamo Books
Librería Elías (Asturias)
Librería Kolima (Madrid)
Librería Proteo (Málaga)
The Sign at Six novel that blends mystery, science, and political intrigue against the backdrop of New York City. The narrative centers on Percy Darrow, a young scientist whose composed intellect contrasts sharply with the panic that follows a sudden and inexplicable blackout that silences the city and cuts its electrical power. This disturbing event appears linked to a cryptic warning received by McCarthy, a powerful and controversial political figure whose authority is suddenly placed in jeopardy. As the opening unfolds, Darrow s encounter with McCarthy introduces an atmosphere of urgency and unease, suggesting forces at work that defy ordinary explanation. The strange stillness that grips the city, marked by darkness and silence, hints at a hidden mechanism or intelligence capable of disrupting modern life at its core. Darrow s curiosity and analytical nature draw him deeper into the mystery, as he seeks rational explanations for events that appear almost supernatural. The early chapters establish a tense conflict between scientific reasoning and public fear, setting the stage for an exploration of power, knowledge, and unseen influence in a society dependent on modern systems.
