: The novel highlights how the affair was buried by both families to avoid a public scandal. Decades later, Carmen Díez de Rivera became a pivotal figure in the Spanish Transition to democracy.
is a historical romance novel by Spanish journalist Nieves Herrero , first published in 2013. It explores one of the most scandalous and silenced secrets of Spain's high society during the early Francoist era. Plot Summary Lo que escondГan sus ojos.epub
Set in 1940s Madrid, the story begins just after the Spanish Civil War. During a gala at the Hotel Ritz, , the elegant Marchioness of Llanzol, meets Ramón Serrano Súñer , Francisco Franco’s powerful Minister of Foreign Affairs (often called the "Cuñadísimo"). Despite both being married, they begin a clandestine and passionate affair that eventually results in the birth of a daughter, Carmen Díez de Rivera . Key Themes and Historical Context : The novel highlights how the affair was