The Remainder
The Remainder
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2018
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Chile • 2010s
2018
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
The Remainder by Alia Trabucco Zerán explores the impact of Chile's past dictatorship on individuals and families. The narrative follows three friends, Iquela, Felipe, and Paloma, as they navigate personal and collective memories. Through their journey, they confront the unresolved tensions of their inherited history, dealing with themes of memory, trauma, and the search for closure.
Melancholic
Dark
Mysterious
Unnerving
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
The Remainder by Alia Trabucco Zerán is lauded for its lyrical prose and innovative narrative structure, drawing readers into Chile's history through the eyes of its complex characters. The novel's exploration of memory and trauma is compelling, though some may find its non-linear approach challenging. Trabucco Zerán's work is a poignant contribution to contemporary Latin American literature.
Who Should Read The Remainder?
Readers drawn to The Remainder by Alia Trabucco Zerán appreciate complex narratives exploring memory and generational trauma. Fans of works like The House of the Spirits by Isabel Allende or 2666 by Roberto Bolaño will find similar intrigue in this deeply introspective, Chilean-set tale.
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Novel • Fiction
Chile • 2010s
2018
Adult
18+ years
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