Juan Gómez-Jurado facts for kids
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Juan Gómez-Jurado
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Gómez-Jurado in 2017
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| Born | 16 December 1977 Madrid, Spain |
| Occupation | Novelist, short story writer, screenwriter, columnist |
| Genre | Drama, thriller |
Juan Gómez-Jurado (born December 16, 1977) is a famous Spanish author and journalist. He is known for writing exciting thriller novels that are popular all over the world. His books have been translated into more than 40 languages, making him one of Spain's most successful living writers.
Besides writing books, he is a columnist for newspapers like "La Voz de Galicia" and "ABC". He also appears on many radio and TV shows in Spain. Critics often say his writing style is full of energy and feels like watching a movie.
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A Career in Writing
Born in Madrid, Spain, Gómez-Jurado started his career as a journalist. He worked for several major media companies in Spain, including radio stations and TV channels.
His first novel, God's Spy (Espía de Dios), was a huge success. It's a modern thriller that takes place in the Vatican right after the death of Pope John Paul II. The story follows the hunt for a dangerous killer, uncovering a secret plot along the way. This book set the stage for his career as a master of suspense.
Famous Books and Series
Juan Gómez-Jurado has written many popular books. He is especially famous for his Antonia Scott series, which has become a bestseller.
The Antonia Scott Series
This series follows a brilliant and unique investigator named Antonia Scott. The books are known for their fast-paced action and clever mysteries.
- Red Queen (Reina Roja, 2018)
- Black Wolf (Loba Negra, 2019)
- White King (Rey Blanco, 2020)
The second book, Black Wolf, received great reviews when it was released in the United States in 2024. One reviewer said the series was "hands-down the best suspense trilogy to come along since Larsson's Millennium Trilogy."
Other Thrilling Novels
Gómez-Jurado has written several other successful standalone novels.
- Alex Colt, Space Cadet (2017)
- Scar (Cicatriz, 2016)
- The Tipping Point (El paciente, 2014)
- The Traitor's Emblem (2008) - This novel won the prestigious Premio de Novela Ciudad de Torrevieja award. It was praised as a "riveting thriller with a redeeming love story."
- The Moses Expedition (2007) - This book is also known as Contract with God.
- God's Spy (2006)
Helping Others
Juan Gómez-Jurado is also known for his charity work. He is an ambassador for the organization Save The Children. He started a campaign called "1 libro 1 euro" (1 book 1 euro). On this website, people could download books and give a donation to help children in need.
After a family member faced a serious illness, he also became an activist for fighting colon cancer. He uses his fame to raise awareness and support for important causes.
Awards and Recognition
Gómez-Jurado's work has won several important awards.
- VII Premio de Novela Ciudad de Torrevieja: Won for his novel The Traitor's Emblem.
- International Latino Book Awards 2011: Won Best Adventure Novel and Best Popular Fiction Novel for The Moses Expedition.
- CrimeFest's eDunnit Award: Nominated for The Moses Expedition.
See also
In Spanish: Juan Gómez-Jurado para niños
