About the Author
Isabel Allende
ISBN 9781471166907
Rs. 720
Scribner
In the Midst of Winter
Who it's for: Readers of literary fiction who enjoy character-driven stories with historical depth
In the heart of a Brooklyn snowstorm, an unforeseen car accident intertwines the lives of three disparate strangers: Richard Bowmaster, a solitary university professor; Evelyn Ortega, a young undocumented migrant; and Lucia Maraz, his Chilean neighbor. What begins as an inconvenience quickly escalates when Evelyn seeks their desperate help, revealing a hidden secret that forces them together on an unexpected journey.Why You Should Read? Explore a gripping narrative that spans Brooklyn, Guatemala, 1970s Chile, and Brazil. Experience Isabel Allende's masterful storytelling, blending human passion with intricate historical and personal dramas. Delve into themes of immigration, resilience, love, and the profound connections forged in the face of adversity. Unravel a compelling mystery born from an unexpected encounter, keeping you engaged until the very end.
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- Set in Brooklyn, Guatemala, 1970s Chile, and Brazil
- Intertwines human passion with historical and personal dramas
- Explores themes of immigration, resilience, and love
- Centers on an unexpected encounter and a compelling mystery
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Questions about this book
What is the book about?
It's about a car accident in a Brooklyn snowstorm that brings together three strangers: a university professor, an undocumented migrant, and a Chilean neighbor. Their encounter reveals a secret that leads to an unexpected journey.
Where does the story take place?
The narrative spans Brooklyn, Guatemala, 1970s Chile, and Brazil.
What themes does the book explore?
It explores themes of immigration, resilience, love, and the profound connections formed in the face of adversity.
Who are the main characters?
The main characters are Richard Bowmaster, a solitary university professor; Evelyn Ortega, a young undocumented migrant; and Lucia Maraz, Richard's Chilean neighbor.