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BONITA (ENGLISH)

BONITA (ENGLISH)

SORG, PATRICIA

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ISBN:
979-8-3219-6170-4
Páginas:
580
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Bonita is a riveting historical fiction novel set in Latin America during World War II, filled with unexpected twists that keep readers on the edge of their seats. Inés, an unemployed woman, returns to her homeland to work at a banana plantation, quickly becoming the face of the company and soaking in the idyllic life of the foreign enclave. However, her perspective is shattered when she discovers the dire living conditions of the locals, especially the indigenous peasants, under the thumb of a dictator supported by the American company she represents.
Confronted with a moral dilemma, Inés contemplates joining a revolutionary movement against the tyrant to alter her nation's destiny, risking betrayal of her employers. Her situation complicates further with a stirring reunion with a former lover, now a pivotal figure in the revolution, igniting a passionate love triangle that promises to change her fate.
As Inés battles against the government, the American corporation, and the CIA’s involvement, she navigates through love, hatred, betrayal, and redemption, challenging greed and oppression. Bonita is more than a novel; it’s a compelling journey that surprises and inspires, culminating in a striking and unforeseen finale.
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Patricia Sorg is a celebrated Guatemalan writer and artist known for her impressionist paintings and evocative storytelling. Now based in Florida, Patricia seamlessly transitions from brush to pen, drawing inspiration from her homeland's rich culture and legends. Her latest novel, Bonita, showcases the multicultural and mystical essence of Guatemala’s Mayan heritage.

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