1714. Toc de vespres

Set against the backdrop of Barcelona in 1714, a city gripped by conflict and uncertainty, John Sinclair awaits the arrival of his first child. The atmosphere is thick with tension as the War of the Spanish Succession looms large, and as Sinclair navigates both personal hopes and the harsh realities of a besieged city, he finds himself entangled in a web of ambition, loyalty, and the consequences of war.

As the nightly bells toll, revealing the struggles of both the local populace and the soldiers fighting for their cause, Sinclair's journey becomes one of survival and resilience. He grapples with his desires and fears, striving to protect his family while facing the turmoil that surrounds him. The narrative weaves through the emotional landscape of a man on the brink of fatherhood, set against one of the most pivotal moments in Catalan history.