Books
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1. The Seville Communion (Arturo Pérez-Reverte)
This is a gripping and intricately woven thriller that unfolds against the backdrop of Seville's rich cultural heritage. The novel follows the enigmatic character of Father Lorenzo Quart, a Vatican trouble-shooter, as he investigates a mysterious break-in at a church in Seville.
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2. The Orange Grove (Rosanna Ley)
This s a captivating story that takes place in Seville, revolving around a woman named Holly. The narrative follows Holly as she discovers her family's hidden history and inherits a dilapidated farmhouse with an orange grove in Andalusia, Spain.
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3. The Inquisitor's Wife (Jeanne Kalogridis)
This historical novel is set in 15th-century Seville during the time of the Spanish Inquisition. The story follows Marisol Garcia, a young woman who finds herself entangled in a web of danger and intrigue when she becomes the wife of a powerful and ruthless inquisitor.
Movies and TV shows
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1. Adiós (2019)
"Adiós" is a Spanish crime drama directed by Paco Cabezas. The film follows the story of Juan, a corrupt cop in Seville who becomes entangled in a complex web of crime, betrayal, and redemption.
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2. Spanish Affair / Ocho apellidos vascos (2014)
“Ocho apellidos vascos" was a massive success in Spain and became one of the highest-grossing Spanish films of all time. The film cleverly navigates cultural differences and stereotypes between the regions of Andalusia and the Basque Country in a light-hearted and comedic manner.
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3. La peste (2018-19)
"La Peste" is a Spanish television series set in 16th-century Seville. The show revolves around Mateo, a former soldier turned investigator, who is tasked with solving a series of brutal murders that coincide with the outbreak of the bubonic plague in the city.