Reading Your Way Through Isabel Allende

Allende's latest novel introduces us to Emilia, a young woman who was born out of wedlock in San Francisco to an Irish nun and a Chilean aristocrat and raised by a caring stepfather. As she enters adulthood and the world of journalism, Emilia decides to embark on a journey to Chile to cover the brewing civil war and perhaps learn more about her identity and her estranged father.

Spanning a century, Violeta Del Valle recounts her life marked by pandemics, wars, and personal upheavals. Through her narrative, Allende explores the evolution of society and the enduring strength of women.​

Following Spanish refugees fleeing Franco's regime, the novel traces their resettlement in Chile and the challenges they face. Inspired by real events, it highlights themes of displacement, resilience, and the enduring human spirit.

A car accident during a snowstorm in Brooklyn brings together three strangers, each with a hidden past. Their ensuing journey reveals stories of exile, love, and the search for belonging.​

Alma Belasco and Ichimei Fukuda's forbidden love unfolds over decades, touching on themes of war, prejudice, and enduring affection. Set in San Francisco, the novel explores the intersections of history and personal memory.​

Maya Vidal, a troubled teenager, chronicles her life in a notebook while hiding on a remote Chilean island. Through her reflections, the novel addresses addiction, trauma, and the path to redemption.​

Set in 18th-century Saint-Domingue and New Orleans, the story follows Zarité, a slave striving for freedom amidst revolution. The novel examines themes of resilience, love, and the complexities of colonial society.​

This historical novel recounts the life of Inés Suárez, a Spanish conquistadora who played a pivotal role in Chile's colonization. Allende brings to light a powerful female figure often overlooked in history.​

A continuation of Eliza's lineage, this novel focuses on Aurora del Valle, a photographer piecing together her family's past. Set in 19th-century Chile, it delves into memory, legacy, and the art of capturing truth through images.​

Eliza Sommers embarks on a journey from Chile to California during the Gold Rush, searching for her lost love. Her adventures reveal the challenges of immigration, identity, and self-discovery in a new land.​