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Cantoras

Carolina De Robertis
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Cantoras

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2019

Book Brief

Carolina De Robertis

Cantoras

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2019
Book Details
Pages

336

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Uruguay • 1970s

Publication Year

2019

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Cantoras by Carolina De Robertis follows five lesbian women in Montevideo, Uruguay, during the junta regime, as they form a tight-knit community through periodic trips to the secluded fishing village of Cabo Polonio, seeking respite from the oppressive societal conditions. The narrative explores themes of love, resilience, and the quest for freedom within an environment fraught with systemic homophobia and danger.

Emotional

Bittersweet

Inspirational

Contemplative

Mysterious

Reviews & Readership

4.5

7,739 ratings

88%

Loved it

10%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Cantoras by Carolina De Robertis is praised for its evocative and lyrical prose, bringing to life the struggles and triumphs of LGBTQ+ individuals in 1970s Uruguay. Characters are beautifully developed, showcasing the power of chosen family. Critics noted the pacing occasionally drags, but the emotional depth and cultural richness resonate strongly, making it a compelling read.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Cantoras?

Readers who enjoy Cantoras by Carolina De Robertis are typically drawn to character-driven narratives, LGBTQ+ themes, and historical settings. Fans of The Night Watch by Sarah Waters and The House of the Spirits by Isabel Allende will appreciate its poignant exploration of love and defiance against political oppression.

4.5

7,739 ratings

88%

Loved it

10%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

336

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Uruguay • 1970s

Publication Year

2019

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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