Books like Prodigios by Angélica Beatriz del Rosario Arcal de Gorodischer
In the historic home of the poet Novalis, several women find their destinies interwoven amid the storied walls of a nineteenth‑century mansion. Angélica Beatriz del Rosario Arcal de Gorodischer crafts a narrative rich in humor and irony, weaving a mysterious and secretive plot that reveals the hidden tensions and connections between these women. The ghostly ambiance and atmospheric detail underscore the novel’s exploration of history, gender, and the enduring power of place.
First publish date: 1994
Genre: Literary Fiction/Contemporary Literary Fiction
Authors: Angélica Beatriz del Rosario Arcal de Gorodischer
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