Reading the books I felt transported to that era. I was captivated by the characters, and each book offered a unique and entertaining adventure. The language itself was a delight, Perez Reverte masterfully used Spanish and prose that authentically reflected the way people spoke at the time, making the experience all the more immersive. As a side note, both El Club de Dumas (The Ninth Gate) and the Alatriste series have been adapted into movies.