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Guiomar Bruidegom is a historical mystery writer and the great-granddaughter of the renowned 19th-century journalist and traveler Saturnino Ximénez Enrich. Inspired by his archival records and international travels, she created The Saturnino Ximénez Files to explore the perilous intersections of archaeology, intrigue, and empire.

Born in the Netherlands and currently living in Saigon, Vietnam, Guiomar’s global perspective has been shaped by a life lived in Amsterdam, London, Dubai, and Marbella. When she isn’t decoding lost manuscripts or grand-scale puzzles, she is dedicated to preserving her family’s legacy for the next generation of guardians.

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The Sensory City: Rebuilding 1874 Manila in Prose

In 1874, Manila was a city defined by a profound friction: it was frantically rebuilding its physical structures while simultaneously crushing the spirits of its inhabitants under a regime of paranoia. Translating this specific historical moment into prose requires engaging all the senses.

The Symphony of Stone and Steel (Sound and Sight)

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