Elena Knows
Elena Knows
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2021
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
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Mystery & Crime Fiction•
Modern Classic FictionBuenos Aires, Argentina • Contemporary
2021
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Elena Knows by Claudia Piñeiro follows Elena, a determined woman living with Parkinson's disease, as she embarks on a compelling journey to uncover the truth behind her daughter's death. The narrative explores themes of illness, maternal bonds, and personal resilience, highlighting Elena's unwavering dedication and inner strength despite her physical limitations.
Mysterious
Emotional
Contemplative
Melancholic
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Elena Knows by Claudia Piñeiro offers a gripping narrative that explores themes of illness, religious hypocrisy, and personal agency. Its strong character development and evocative prose gain praise, though some find its slow pacing challenging. Overall, it’s a thought-provoking read that balances tension and introspection effectively.
Who Should Read Elena Knows?
A reader who would enjoy Elena Knows by Claudia Piñeiro is one drawn to literary mysteries and novels exploring themes of illness, autonomy, and maternal bonds. Comparable to readers of Olga Tokarczuk's Drive Your Plow Over the Bones of the Dead, they appreciate character-driven narratives with psychological depth.
23,897 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
143
Novel • Fiction
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Mystery & Crime Fiction•
Modern Classic FictionBuenos Aires, Argentina • Contemporary
2021
Adult
18+ years
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