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Set deep in Bahia’s rural hinterland, the novel follows two sisters who uncover an ancient knife beneath their grandmother’s bed. When they taste its metallic sheen, a shuddering violence erupts, intertwining their fates. The narrative paints a vivid portrait of subsistence farmers living in Brazil’s poorest region, delving into the legacy of slavery and its aftermath, while exploring themes of family, spirituality, and political struggle. Through its blend of realistic detail and moments of mystic intensity, the book provides a compelling look at rural life and the enduring bonds that tie generations together.
First publish date: 2019
Genre: Literary Fiction/Contemporary Literary Fiction
Authors: Itamar Vieira Junior
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