A perfectly successful novel

A year later, in addition to the memory of an intense pleasure to read, I have a strong sense of admiration for the performance of Javier Cercas with this novel.
This is an alloy of rare strength: a historical background (the Spanish Civil War) that resonates powerfully within us all and "expected" they dare to express without shame; virginal ardor of a writer who wants to make a great book; a dialogue with the reader involved in the birth of the novel side constraints and to the detriment of the balance of the narrator / author; effective mechanical rhythm that emotions and expectations; a deep thought and dazzling stylistic flights.
Every writer dreams of doing his great novel, accumulating quality ingredients and the writing talent but few reach a result as consistent and strong.