I've been a fan of Allende for years having read In the Midst of Winter and eight or nine other of her books. This is the story of the impact of the Spanish Civil War on a group of people that escaped Franco and traveled to Chile for a new life. The historical background captured my attention and the way the new immigrants rebuilt their lives through the subsequent uprising in Chile. Allende weaves in historical characters, one of which was her uncle, one time President of Chile. A wonderful story.
I also enjoyed the interview with her at the end of the book. She begins a new book each January and works at it with strict discipline until that year's book is finished. Persistence rewarded.
Published: 2020 Read: September 2021 Genre: Historical Fiction
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