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Set in Mexico, Carlos Fuentes’s *Aura* follows Felipe Montero, a young editor working in the house of an aged widow to revise her late husband's memoirs. While reading the documents, Felipe becomes captivated by the widow’s niece, Aura, whose striking green eyes and enigmatic presence draw him in. As he delves deeper into the relationships around them, he uncovers a hidden connection between Aura and her aunt that reshapes his perception of love, art, and identity. The novel blends introspective dialogue with surreal undertones, culminating in an extraordinary resolution that challenges the boundaries of reality and desire.
First publish date: 1962
Genre: General Fiction/General Fiction
Authors: Carlos Fuentes
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