Marlene

Synopsis of Marlene

Micaela Urtiaga Four, a renowned soprano in the European opera houses of the early 20th century, decides to return to Argentina seeking respite from loneliness and memories. However, her life takes an unexpected turn when she becomes involved with Carlo Varzi, a pimp from the La Boca neighborhood with a dark past. Under the pseudonym Marlene, the soprano is forced to sing tangos in a brothel, fighting against the attraction she feels for Varzi. This novel, set in the Buenos Aires of tango, explores how feelings transcend social classes and economic realities, portraying a story of love and redemption in a degrading context.