Winter in Madrid

"Winter in Madrid" by C. J. Sansom is a standalone historical novel set in post-Spanish Civil War Madrid, depicting a city struggling with its ruins and the broader conflicts of Europe. The story follows Harry Brett, a wounded veteran turned secret agent, and Barbara Clare, an ex-Red Cross nurse on a covert mission, both navigating dangerous political and personal waters. Through vivid storytelling, the novel offers an intimate glimpse into wartime Spain and the profound consequences of difficult decisions.