Si es amor, no duele

Synopsis of Si es amor, no duele

«Si es amor, no duele» is the non-fiction book by Pamela Palenciano and Iván Larreynaga, published by Alfaguara in hardback (176 pages, in Spanish).

Pamela Palenciano recounts her experience as a survivor of an abusive relationship during adolescence and, together with Iván Larreynaga, reflects on romantic love and gender roles. The work combines poetry, micro-stories and reflections to help detect the first signs of male violence.

Published in 2017, the book belongs to the #BlackBirds collection, includes illustrations by Sonia Lazo and draws on Pamela Palenciano's theatrical monologue «No solo duelen los golpes».

Aimed at young and adult readers seeking a close, feminist approach to emotional relationships and the prevention of abuse.