by Rafael M. Pastrana · Independently published · tapa blanda · ISBN 9798327960572
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María, known as 'La Roja', works as a maid in the Ruiz-Balmaseda household, trapped between her employer's abuses and her own family's struggles. Her life takes an unexpected turn when Fidel, a young man from the house, discovers her hidden talent for poetry and begins manipulating her to write lyrics for his carnival songs. This game of betrayal and dependency drags María into a spiral of humiliation that leads her to extreme situations.
Set against the backdrop of the Cádiz carnival and the Spanish Civil War, this novel stands out for its raw and heartbreaking style. With uncensored dark humor, the work explores themes of passion, revenge, and the struggle for survival in a world dominated by men, becoming a resounding success that has captivated thousands of readers.
