Description
423 Colors
Book Summary
A moving and vibrant novel that intertwines the innocence of a blind girl with the harshness of a Syria on the eve of war. Through the eyes of Ghada, an eight-year-old girl who cannot see, the reader discovers a world of sensations, colors, and hope, just before everything falls apart. This work of contemporary fiction with hints of mystery and suspense offers a unique perspective on human resilience and the power of imagination in the face of adversity.
What is it about?
In 2011 Syria, a country still pulsating with the energy and color of a promising future, lives Ghada, an eight-year-old girl blind from birth. Her world is not made of images, but of sounds, scents, textures, and, above all, the intense palette of colors her imagination creates to shape reality. One night, her father wakes her with urgency, marking the beginning of a journey that will lead her to face a reality she cannot see, but which she intuits through her senses. The novel explores the contrast between the girl's sensory perception and the impending conflict, weaving a suspenseful story that keeps the reader on edge while discovering how light and darkness intertwine in the most critical moments.
Main Themes
- Perceiving the world through non-visual senses.
- Conflict and social transformation in Syria before the civil war.
- Resilience and the ability to find beauty in the midst of adversity.
- Family bonds as a refuge in the face of uncertainty.
- Mystery and suspense in a real historical context.
Who is it recommended for?
This novel is aimed at readers interested in contemporary fiction with a strong emotional and social component. It is ideal for those seeking stories that combine suspense and mystery with a deep exploration of the human condition, as well as for those who wish for a narrative that offers a unique perspective on life in the Middle East before a historical conflict.
What this book offers
- A sensory and poetic perspective of reality, narrated from the point of view of a blind girl.
- An approach to 2011 Syria, a key moment in recent history, through an intimate and human story.
- A suspenseful plot that maintains narrative tension, combining personal drama with historical context.
- A reflection on the capacity of the imagination to create beauty and meaning even in the most difficult circumstances.
Technical Data
- Author: Gallardo, Juan; Avedaño, Rafael
- Publisher: EDICIONES VERSATIL, S.L.
- Language: Spanish
- Topic: Modern and contemporary fiction, detective and mystery genre, mystery and suspense work
- Collection: Narrative
- Binding: Others
- Publication Date: November 2018
- Number of pages: 360
- Weight: 672 g
Editorial Assessment
423 Colors is a literary proposal that stands out for its originality in addressing a historical conflict from the sensory perspective of a child. The work achieves a balance between suspense narrative and deep poetic sensitivity, offering the reader an immersive and emotional experience. Its focus on the non-visual perception of the world and the historical context of Syria make it a recommended read for those looking for contemporary fiction that transcends mere entertainment and provokes reflection on human resilience.