Description
Until After Death
Book Summary
A passionate love story set in the turbulent Coruña during the Napoleonic Invasion. The novel follows María, a lady from Galician high society, whose destiny crosses with that of the English General Sir John Moore. Amidst the din of war, political tensions, and opposing sides, an attraction emerges so powerful that it leads them to question everything. This work offers an immersion into historical romanticism, where love becomes a force capable of defying social conventions and the context of war.
What is it about?
The story takes place in La Coruña during the Napoleonic Invasion, a period of great political and social unrest. The city is home to numerous French people with established businesses and many "afrancesados," supporters of the invaders, creating an environment of tension and divided loyalties. In this setting, María, a lady of Galician high society, lives deeply involved in the reality of her time. During a trip to Salamanca, she meets the English General Sir John Moore. An irresistible attraction is born between them that defies historical and personal circumstances, leading them to give up everything for their love. The novel explores how romantic feelings break through in the midst of conflict, loyalty to one's own ideals, and the price of surrendering to an absolute passion.
Main Themes
- Forbidden love in times of war.
- Conflict between social and political duty and personal feelings.
- The Napoleonic Invasion of Spain and its social consequences.
- The figure of the "afrancesado" and divided loyalties in high society.
- Renunciation and sacrifice for a romantic ideal.
Who is it recommended for?
This work is aimed at readers passionate about historical romance novels, especially those set in the 19th century and during wartime periods such as the Spanish War of Independence. It is also ideal for those who enjoy plots where romance is intertwined with the political and social context of the time, and for followers of authors who approach emotional drama from a feminine and high-society perspective.
What this book offers
- An immersion into an epic and intense romance, framed within a real and fascinating historical period.
- A detailed portrait of Coruña society during the Napoleonic occupation, with its tensions and contradictions.
- An exploration of the power of love as a driver of life-altering decisions, even in the face of adversity and conflict.
- A narrative that combines the emotion of personal drama with the rigor of a historical context.
Technical Specifications
- Author: Verdes, Marian
- Publisher: PUNTO ROJO EDITORIAL
- Language: Spanish
- Theme: ROMANTIC NARRATIVE
- Collection: PUNTO ROJO
- Binding: Paperback
- Publication Date: April 2021
- Number of pages: 182
- Weight: 230 g
Editorial Review
Until After Death is a solid entry within the historical romance genre. The author manages to weave a sentimental plot against the backdrop of a crucial moment in Spanish history, offering readers not only a love story but also an enriching social context. The work may be of particular interest to those who seek readings that combine passion with period settings and who value strong female characters facing complex moral and emotional dilemmas. It is a recommended read for genre lovers who desire a short but intense story, with a classic and well-developed romantic conflict.