Aunt Julia and the Scriptwriter
Aunt Julia and the Scriptwriter
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1977
Book Brief
384
Novel • Fiction
Lima, Peru • 1950s
1977
Adult
18+ years
1360L
Super Short Summary
Aunt Julia and the Scriptwriter by Mario Vargas Llosa is a semi-autobiographical novel about Marito, an 18-year-old aspiring writer living in Peru, who becomes romantically involved with Julia, a 32-year-old divorcee. While he grows as a writer under the influence of a prolific, older scriptwriter, Pedro Camacho, Marito's relationship with Julia faces familial disapproval, yet they ultimately marry.
Humorous
Nostalgic
Mysterious
Romantic
Playful
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Mario Vargas Llosa's Aunt Julia and the Scriptwriter is widely praised for its inventive narrative structure, blending humor and romance with absurdity. Critics commend the vibrant character portrayals and the seamless interweaving of various storylines. However, some note a few over-the-top elements and occasional lapses in pacing. Overall, it's a celebrated work for its creativity and wit.
Who Should Read Aunt Julia and the Scriptwriter?
A reader who enjoys Aunt Julia and the Scriptwriter by Mario Vargas Llosa likely appreciates intricate storytelling, humor, and the blending of fiction with autobiographical elements. Similar to fans of Gabriel Garcia Marquez's One Hundred Years of Solitude or Jorge Luis Borges' works, they revel in magical realism and explorations of Latin American culture.
22,073 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
384
Novel • Fiction
Lima, Peru • 1950s
1977
Adult
18+ years
1360L
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