A Gripping Historical Novel for Book Clubs (Puri's Travels)

Gripping family saga filled with unpredictable twists and turns, "The Spanish Daughter" transports readers to the lush tropical landscape of 1920s Ecuador, blending historical fiction, dramatic family conflict, and mystery.

As a child in Spain, Puri's passion for chocolate was inherited from her father. Upon his death, she learns of her unexpected inheritance - a cocoa estate in Vinces, Ecuador, a town known as "París Chiquito." Eager to claim her birthright after the devastation of World War I, Puri and her husband Cristóbal set out across the Atlantic.

However, someone is angered by Puri's claim to the estate. When a mercenary sent to murder her accidentally kills Cristóbal instead, Puri assumes her husband's identity, hoping to stay safe while she uncovers the truth of her father's legacy in Ecuador. Freed from the societal rules women are expected to follow, Puri confronts newfound siblings, hidden affairs, and her father's dark secrets at the estate.

Threaded throughout this dramatic family saga are captivating descriptions of cocoa-making that will leave readers craving chocolate. As Puri tries to learn the identity of the enemy still threatening her future, she is drawn to an enigmatic man, adding an element of romance to the suspenseful narrative.

Praised as a "lushly written story of bittersweet family secrets and betrayals" and a "satisfying historical mystery set in a lush tropical land," "The Spanish Daughter" has been described as "engrossing," "passionate and suspenseful," and "richly captivating." Perfect for fans of Julia Alvarez and Silvia Moreno-Garcia, this exhilarating novel is a must-read for lovers of historical fiction.

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