Librería Desdémona
Librería Samer Atenea
Librería Aciertas (Toledo)
Kálamo Books
Librería Perelló (Valencia)
Librería Elías (Asturias)
Donde los libros
Librería Kolima (Madrid)
Librería Proteo (Málaga)
The Flower of the Chapdelaines is a story set in New Orleans that revolves around a young lawyer’s fascination with a beautiful woman and the complex lives of those around her. As he becomes intrigued by the woman s history, the narrative delves into themes of love, heritage, and the nuances of social interaction amidst a culturally rich and racially diverse community. The story begins with the lawyer encountering the woman, accompanied by a young boy, which stirs a deep curiosity in him. His journey into understanding her life and heritage leads him to meet a costumer who holds an old manuscript connected to the woman s history. The narrative navigates the lawyer’s internal struggles as he contemplates his feelings for the woman, while examining the racial and societal dynamics of the time. The plot unfolds to explore the connections between love, art, and the passing of time, set against a backdrop of a multifaceted, layered New Orleans community. The novel offers a rich exploration of these intertwining lives and the tensions between personal desires and social expectations.