Un silencio lleno de murmullos

Synopsis of Un silencio lleno de murmullos

The novel 'A Silence Full of Murmurs' by Gioconda Belli tells the story of Valeria, a Nicaraguan woman who made great sacrifices for political change in her country. After her death in Madrid, her daughter Penélope travels to Spain to take care of her affairs. Surrounded by her mother's memories, Penélope discovers family secrets and the passionate life of a woman marked by triumphs, defeats, and clandestinity. The novel explores the generational conflict between two women who face guilt and social prejudices, drawing inspiration from classical myths and the author's experience as a mother and exiled militant.