Description
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Book summary
A story of love and resistance in a decaying world, where Equila's life has hung by a thread since his birth. Leirma, his caregiver since youth, protects him with the help of her enigmatic cats, while ruthless forces decide the fate of human beings. A novel that combines historical fiction with elements of suspense and an oppressive atmosphere, where love becomes the only refuge from death.
What is it about?
Equila lies bedridden, clinging to life while death pursues him from the moment of his conception. In a decaying world, governed by ruthless, unfeeling beings who decide who lives and who dies, Equila is protected by some anacsas and harassed by others. Leirma, who has cared for him since that distant day in their youth when she and her cats first saw him, is the only love Equila will ever know. The cats adore Equila, who remains silent so as not to alert the death that stalks him. A novel about the struggle for survival, the power of emotional bonds, and resistance in the face of adversity.
Main themes
- The struggle for life in the face of imminent death
- Love as a protective and redemptive force
- The power and lack of scruples of those who decide the fate of others
- The symbolism and mystery surrounding cats as guardians
- The decay of a world ruled by cruelty and indifference
Who is it recommended for?
For readers of contemporary and historical fiction looking for a narrative with tinges of magical realism, a dense atmosphere, and characters marked by destiny. Also for those who enjoy stories of unconditional love and plots where mystery and tension are intertwined with reflection on life and death.
What this book offers
- An immersion into an oppressive and decaying universe, full of symbolism
- A deep and moving love story between two characters marked by fate
- A reflection on the value of life and resistance in the face of adversity
- A plot that combines suspense, historical fiction, and fantastic elements
Technical specifications
- Author: Sánchez Pérez, Manuel
- Publisher: PUNTO ROJO EDITORIAL
- Language: Spanish
- Subject: Fiction and related items, Modern and contemporary fiction, Historical fiction
- Collection: PUNTO ROJO
- Binding: Paperback
- Publication date: May 2022
- Number of pages: 226
- Weight: 370 g
Editorial review
A work that captivates with its atmosphere charged with mystery and the constant tension between life and death. The relationship between Equila and Leirma, along with the symbolic presence of the cats, provides an emotional depth that connects with the reader. Recommended for those looking for a read that combines reflection, suspense, and a critical look at power and dehumanization.