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Portrait In Sepia: A Novel

By Isabel Allende
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Portrait in Sepia follows Aurora del Valle, who, after suffering a brutal trauma and losing her earliest memories, is raised by her ambitious grandmother, Paulina del Valle. Despite a life of privilege, Aurora is haunted by nightmares and betrayal by the man she loves. Determined to uncover the mysteries of her past, she embarks on an epic journey deeply woven into historical events, exploring complex family ties and her own resilience.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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Ideal for readers who enjoy historical fiction with richly drawn characters, intricate family sagas, and immersive period detail.

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“Spectacular story-telling . . . the author’s elaborate skill in weaving intimate emotional detail into the broad canvas of history is in fantastic display.”—Atlanta Journal-Constitution

A spellbinding family saga—a sequel to Daughter of Fortune—from the bestselling author of The House of the Spirits and A Long Petal of the Sea.

After suffering a brutal trauma, Aurora del Valle cannot remember the first five years of her life. Raised by her ambitious grandmother, the regal Paulina del Valle, she enjoys a life of privilege. Yet nothing offers protection from the horrible nightmares that torment her. When she is betrayed by the man she loves, Aurora, bereft and alone, decides to unravel the tangled mystery of her past.

An epic story rich with historical detail, infused with atmosphere, and intimate in its probing of human character, Portrait in Sepia is vintage Isabel Allende: a story that illuminates the complexity of family ties and the heart of a strong and unforgettable woman.

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Publishers Weekly praises it as "rich and complex" showcasing Allende's supreme storytelling abilities. Kirkus highlights its complexity and Allende's flair for character creation. The San Francisco Chronicle notes its vivid emotional depth and intriguing characters.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780063021730

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 30 June 2020

Country: United States

Imprint: HarperVia

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 26.0mm

Width: 133.0mm

Height: 204.0mm

Weight: 300g

Pages: 400

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About the Author

Isabel Allende is the author of twelve works of fiction, including the New York Times bestsellers Maya"s Notebook, Island Beneath the Sea, Inés of My Soul, Daughter of Fortune, and a novel that has become a world-renowned classic, The House of the Spirits. Born in Peru and raised in Chile, she lives in California.

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