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As usual, Isabel Allende wrote a very compelling historical fiction, this time is about Spanish Civil War and the migration of its survivors to Chile. I never knew about this history before so it's very interesting to me, to see the aftermath of a war that can change the discourse not only its survivors but also another country altogether.
Epic story is Allende's strength, and she effortlessly created the memorable characters, and made their stories intertwined with each other. Compare to her oth ...more
Epic story is Allende's strength, and she effortlessly created the memorable characters, and made their stories intertwined with each other. Compare to her oth ...more
Good epic story tracing the lives of a couple from the Spanish Civil War through immigration to Chile, leaving Chile after the military coupe and finally returning when democracy returns in the 1990s. I learned about Chilean history which I enjoyed. I had some initial trouble getting into the story since Allende writes in the 3rd person omniscient and I felt somewhat distant from the characters.
Oct 03, 2020
Megan
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it was amazing
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Refugees from the Spanish Civil War find a home in Chile. This novel reminded me of all the reasons why I love historical fiction.
Jan 29, 2020
Kate
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it was amazing
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Feb 07, 2020
Wendy E.
marked it as to-read
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Laurie
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