Sinceramente, se me hizo un libro bastante lento.

La trama era tan simple que fácilmente se pudo narrar en muchas menos páginas.

El final, sin embargo, es lo explosivo, pero estoy hablando únicamente de las últimas 50 - 60 páginas.

Lo que rescataría del libro sería los conceptos náuticos, los instrumentos, los barcos y los conceptos marítimos. Aunque a veces el lenguaje es demasiado específico para alguien principiante como yo, aún así encontré interesantes estos aspectos.

Quizás si el libro hubiera estado más enfocado en estos elementos y menos en una trama tan prolongada y tediosa, me habría gustado más.

No obstante, no puedo negar que aprendí algunas cosas nuevas sobre el mundo náutico, lo cual siempre es bueno.

En general, el libro tiene sus puntos fuertes y débiles, pero creo que merece la pena leerlo si estás interesado en los conceptos marítimos.

Him:

He is a gullible man, yet tough and rugged. He is without a ship, lacking in prospects and luck. His romanticism is of a scotch, straightforward kind. He has a tendency to punch first and ask questions later. He would do anything for a hard, remote, sensual blonde. Even when he is fully aware that it is wrong, that it can only lead to disaster, that someone is bound to die, and perhaps even when he suspects it might be him.

Her:

She is all about her legs, eyes, hair, and breasts. Her mouth is full and hard, as are her eyes and hard looks. She is filled with half truths and hidden meanings. She is deceitful, even when she knows she shouldn't be, even when she knows it is herself she is running from, and even when she knows she has made a pact with the devil. Money and smarts can only take her so far.

What occurs when these two individuals meet? It leads to a mysterious and dark adventure. There is a stolen nautical chart and the specter of death at sea looms large. Their encounter is bound to be filled with drama, danger, and perhaps a realization of the true nature of themselves and their actions.

Comme souvent chez Pérez-Reverte, l'accroche est excellente.

His ability to draw readers in from the very beginning is truly remarkable. The initial hook grabs your attention and makes you eager to discover what lies ahead.

However, unfortunately, the book as a whole turns out to be a bit poussif. It lacks the energy and momentum that one might have expected based on the strong start.

The story seems to drag in certain parts, and the pacing could have been better. It's a pity because with a bit more polish and refinement, this could have been an outstanding work.

Despite its flaws, there are still some redeeming qualities. Pérez-Reverte's writing style is engaging, and he has a talent for creating vivid and detailed settings.

Overall, while the book doesn't quite live up to its initial promise, it's still worth a read for fans of the author or those interested in the genre.

This novel is truly one of the BEST books I have read this year. I had previously thought that CLUB DUMAS by the same author was superb, but THE NAUTICAL CHART is simply five, six, ten times better! If I could give it seven stars, I most definitely would.

Not only do you get completely lost in Perez-Reverte's sentences, which are masterfully constructed, but there are also times when you would reread a passage纯粹 for the pleasure of rereading it. At other times, you would read a passage out loud because Revete's descriptions are so vivid and engaging that they simply need to be shared.

The cast of characters in this novel comes alive as they journey through the story. Coy, our protagonist, dreams of living his life like the heroes in ancient epics and classic movies. However, he is constantly reminded that novels and movies do not always have happy endings. More importantly, he realizes that there are rules (or laws) to every game, to every encounter. It is only at sea, where he truly belongs, that he feels grounded (the irony!). This is because he innately knows the laws of the water.

The melancholy dwarf is both eerie and malicious, but what a character! Just think about it. A melancholy dwarf - how comical the description sounds. Tanger, the love interest, is tough, cruel, and at times so broken that you can understand why Coy wants to take her in his arms and protect her to the very end.

Speaking of the end: Yea, Coy. You truly shocked me, and you became my hero. This book is funny, sad, dramatic, adventurous, tightly constructed, and beautifully written. It is an absolute must-read for all of my friends. A must must must read!

This is without a doubt a man's book. In a sense, it's full of swashbuckling adventures.

I believe it's the first book I've come across that contains descriptions of a man hitting a woman. In this particular case, the woman has hired him to assist her in locating a lost sunken treasure in the Aegean Sea. He provides the physical strength, while she possesses the intelligence, which she utilizes to guide them through the archipelago. Whenever a conflict occurs, he becomes infuriated when he discovers that she is right and he is wrong.

Well, of course, the author attempts to make it seem as if they are falling in love. However, he has no idea what love is, just like a sailor without a boat. This leaves you wondering whether he makes a move or not.

There is truly nothing worse than a sailor without a boat. It's as if he is adrift in a sea of uncertainty, lacking the means to reach his destination.

Similarly, the man in this story seems to be lost when it comes to matters of the heart. He may have the brawn, but he lacks the emotional intelligence to understand and act on his feelings.

As the story progresses, we are left on the edge of our seats, eagerly waiting to see if he will finally take the plunge and express his love for the woman who has captured his attention.

Boring, misogynistic, and with unearned pretentiousness.

Boring - The first 40% of the book is a real slog. There are long, LONG passages that drone on and on about "the sea," as if the author is trying to show off his knowledge. And then there's an entire chapter dedicated to discussing latitude and longitude. Seriously? It's enough to put you to sleep.

Misogynistic - The characters in this book are poorly developed and reveal some really base ideas about men and women. The main character, Coy, a disgraced sailor, constantly refers to his female counterpart with terms like "babe," "that bitch," and "darling." It's really offensive. And he seems to be in awe of the fact that a woman could have actually researched, planned, and executed a treasure hunt. As if women are incapable of such things! The female lead, Tanger, is a femme fatale archetype, but she's so poorly constructed that she's completely uninteresting. There's just nothing there.

Pretentious - There's so much blather about "the sea" in this book. We get it, the author loves sailing and freedom, and thinks land is awful. But do we really need to hear about it on every other page? It's just tedious.

I was really disappointed by this book, especially since I've enjoyed some of Perez-Reverte's other work. Save your time and skip it.

Just OK.

It was probably better in Spanish.

The setting was truly great, being the Southern coast of Spain.

If this were to be a movie, it would be the sort of film that starred Humphrey Bogart and Lauren Bacall if they were still actively working today.

It had a very film noir feel to it.

The dark and moody atmosphere of the Southern coast, with its winding streets and old buildings, seemed to be straight out of a classic noir film.

The story, although perhaps a bit lacking in some areas, still had the potential to be a great noir thriller.

Maybe with a bit more polish and a stronger plot, it could have been a truly memorable piece.

As it stands, it was just OK, but the setting and the film noir vibe gave it some redeeming qualities.

Overall, it was an interesting experience, but not quite the masterpiece it could have been.

This is a book rated 3.5 out of 5. It is quite good and close to the classic adventure books

with which we all grew up. However, it has some problems. Like all of Pérez Reverte's books, it struggles in the middle and lacks a bit at the end. Before the 40% mark and between 65% and 90%, it is excellent.

The author doesn't hide the fact that, like many of us, he is also a fan of books about ships and adventures, and this is his tribute to the genre. It is exciting to read about Red Rackham and Jim Hawkins

amidst all the cinematic meta-references.

The protagonist is a very well-developed character.

Pérez Reverte is one of the best in Hispanic literature today.

I had not read Pérez Reverte before, but I have discovered that he is an extremely great narrator. Apparently, he is well-versed in the schemes and compositional strategies of the classic American noir novels.

In this story, he demonstrates a great knowledge of sailing. It is possible that this is one of his great hobbies.

The intrigue revolves around the ambition of his characters: extreme in the main protagonists and non-existent in the secondary ones. This contrast in ambition creates a complex web of relationships and motives that keeps the reader engaged from beginning to end. Pérez Reverte's ability to develop such multi-faceted characters and a captivating plot is truly remarkable. His detailed descriptions of the sailing vessels and the sea add another layer of authenticity to the story, making it feel as if the reader is right there on board, experiencing the adventure along with the characters.

This book is not a quick and easy read.

It requires time and effort to work through it, carefully digesting all the intricate and complicated nautical information.

Simultaneously, one has to follow the main storyline as well as the captivating love story that unfolds within its pages.

It was truly fascinating to experience a love story from the perspective of a man.

I had a great appreciation for the characters in this book.

Particularly, Coy was an interesting character, but my absolute favorite was the narrator.

It was a delight to have the narrator actively participate in the story, especially since it was otherwise told exclusively in the third-person limited point of view through the eyes of Coy.

The narrator's self-awareness of his own ego and character was so engaging that it actually made me stop, burst out laughing, and read one particular line over and over again.

I liked it so much that I'm even considering adopting it as my Facebook bio.

Here it is: "The science to which I devote myself is a means as efficient as any other to hold at bay a world populated with people who on the whole irritate me, and among whom I prefer to choose with total impartiality, according to my sympathies or antipathies." (Arturo Perez-Reverte, The Nautical Chart, p. 376) That's me! Holding at bay a world filled with people who generally irritate me.

This line really speaks to me and captures my feelings perfectly.

Debo confesar que casi no recuerdo nada de este libro.

Por supuesto, recuerdo haberlo leído, pero cuando leo en otra página web que el argumento es: "Tánger Soto es una empleada del Museo Naval de Madrid que se lanza a la búsqueda de un barco del XVIII que se hundió en el Mediterráneo y esconde un secreto. Cuenta con la colaboración de Coy, un ex marinero que conocío casualmente en una subasta de objetos navales.

Varios personajes intentan impedir sus propósitos, entre ellos Palermo que es un cazador de tesoros profesional y su ayudante Horacio, antiguo militar y torturador de nacionalidad Argentina"… me quedo en blanco.

Creo que tendré que leerlo de vuelta!!

This book seems to have a rather interesting plot. Tanger Soto, a museum employee, embarks on a thrilling adventure to find a sunken ship with a hidden secret. The addition of Coy, the ex-marine, adds an element of mystery and expertise to the search. However, the presence of Palermo and Horacio, who are determined to stop them, creates a sense of danger and conflict. It makes me curious to know more about how the story unfolds and what exactly the secret of the ship is. Reading it again might help me recall the details and fully appreciate the story.

Filled with the nostalgia of sailing days of old, The Nautical Chart was a rolling metaphor about the difficulties of navigating the complications of life on land.

The main character is more at home at sea where the dangers are plotted out, and mathematical calculations and measurements of the sun in the sky and the passage of time are dependable ways to steer clear of known obstacles.

After thoroughly enjoying everything I've read by Carlos Ruiz Zafon, Arturo Perez-Reverte, a fellow Spanish author, did not disappoint. The story was full of nostalgic recreations of ancient sea battles and political/religious intrigues all centered around a sunken ship and potential treasure.

The story explicitly pays homage to TinTin, which I've never read, but I think it's fitting as the story is like a grown-ups sunken treasure adventure.

It takes the reader on a thrilling journey through history and mystery, with vivid descriptions of the sea and the characters' emotions. The author's attention to detail and his ability to create a sense of atmosphere make this book a must-read for fans of historical fiction and adventure.

Overall, The Nautical Chart is a captivating and engaging novel that will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very end.