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Pamela
Feb 24, 2016 rated it it was amazing  ·  review of another edition
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A chilling and absorbing portrayal of political corruption and its impact on the individual. Set in 1950s Peru, the conversation between journalist Zavalita and his father's ex-chauffeur Ambrosio is skilfully interweaved with events from the preceding years. This reveals a story of corruption and violence, involving Zavalita's family, their household, and the political figures surrounding them.

This book completely dragged me in - the multi layered narrative is initially confusing, but is a bril
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