Description
If You Should Ever Forget Me
Book Summary
This novel narrates the passionate and tragic story of María Pérez Lacruz, "la Jabilna," a young anarchist from Puerto de Sagunto who, upon the outbreak of the Civil War, enlists to fight on the front lines. The work explores her dual battle: the war itself and the personal fight for freedom in an era of profound restrictions for women. Through her eyes, the reader discovers a tale of love, ideals, and resistance, where her heart is torn between two men as she faces the consequences of her decisions.
What is it about?
The story begins in November 1939, when a mother walks toward the Civil Government building in Valencia carrying a container of lentils for her daughter, María, who is detained and pregnant at just twenty years old. From this moment, the novel travels back in time to reconstruct the life of María, a young woman who rebelled against injustice since she was a child. When the war breaks out, she does not hesitate to dress as a man and enlist, following her libertarian ideals and a man who leads her away from the boyfriend her mother considered suitable. The conflict will put her life, her convictions, and her heart to the test, divided between two very different loves. The work is a tribute to the women who, like María, fought to be free in an adverse historical context, showing their strength and determination to push forward despite everything.
Main themes
- The Spanish Civil War and its human and social consequences.
- The role and struggle of anarchist women during the conflict.
- Individual freedom against social and family impositions.
- Love and sentimental dilemmas in times of war.
- Historical memory and the recovery of forgotten female figures.
Who is it recommended for?
This work is aimed at readers interested in historical and romantic narrative, especially those who seek stories featuring strong and determined women in conflict contexts. It is also ideal for those who wish to learn more about the role of women in the Spanish Civil War and the struggle for libertarian ideals, as well as for fans of love and personal growth plots.
What this book offers
- An intimate and human vision of a real anarchist woman, rescuing her story from oblivion.
- An exciting plot that combines historical rigor with a story of love and personal conflict.
- A reflection on freedom, courage, and the decisions that mark a life in extreme times.
- A detailed portrait of life in Puerto de Sagunto and Valencia during the Civil War.
Technical data
- Author: Corral Márquez, Rosana
- Publisher: EDICIONES VERSATIL, S.L.
- Language: Spanish
- Subject: MODERN AND CONTEMPORARY FICTION, ROMANTIC NARRATIVE
- Collection: NARRATIVE
- Binding: Others
- Publication date: April 2013
- Number of pages: 320
- Weight: 424 g
Editorial review
If You Should Ever Forget Me is a novel that successfully combines historical fiction and romantic drama, offering a profound look at the experience of a woman who defied the norms of her time. The author constructs a solid narrative with a protagonist who captures the reader with her strength and vulnerability, and a historical context that enriches the plot without diminishing its emotion. It is a recommended read for those seeking stories of overcoming and memory, with a committed, feminine focus.