The plot is heavily influenced by the island's history, particularly the cult of the "Birdman" ( Tangata Manu ), which gives the book its title.

Martina de Santo, an intelligent and persistent detective known for her psychological depth.

She must navigate the tensions between the local Rapa Nui community, archaeological researchers, and external interests.

Originally published by Editorial Martínez Roca (Planeta) in 2011.

Greed, the clash between modernity and tradition, and the weight of ancestral secrets.

, written by Juan Bolea , is a noir novel that won the II Abogados de Novela Prize in 2011. It is a detective thriller set in the Easter Island (Rapa Nui) and features the author's recurring protagonist, Detective Martina de Santo . Plot Summary

The story follows Martina de Santo as she travels to the remote Easter Island to investigate the mysterious death of a young Spanish archaeologist. The archaeologist was found dead at the foot of one of the island's iconic Moai statues. As Martina delves into the case, she encounters:

Book details. Print length. 192 pages. Spanish. Booket. 1 Jan. 2012. Dimensions. 12.5 x 1.7 x 19 cm. ISBN-10. 8427021739. ISBN-13.