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The Law of Love

Laura Esquivel
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The Law of Love

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1997

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Laura Esquivel

The Law of Love

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1997
Book Details
Pages

266

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Fantasy

Historical Fiction

Magical Realism
Setting

Mexico City • 23rd century

Publication Year

1997

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In The Law of Love by Laura Esquivel, a person named Azucena embarks on a futuristic quest for love across lifetimes and universes. This novel seamlessly blends science fiction with spirituality, exploring themes of reincarnation and destiny as Azucena navigates complex relationships and cosmic laws affecting her search for eternal connection.

Fantastical

Romantic

Emotional

Mysterious

Humorous

Reviews & Readership

3.9

4,022 ratings

55%

Loved it

28%

Mixed feelings

17%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Law of Love by Laura Esquivel blends romance and science fiction in an ambitious narrative. Positive reviews highlight its imaginative storytelling and unique fusion of music with text. However, critics note its complex plot can be difficult to follow, and some characters lack depth. Overall, it offers a distinctive reading experience with mixed reviews on execution.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Law of Love?

Ideal for readers who love magical realism and romance, The Law of Love by Laura Esquivel appeals to fans of Like Water for Chocolate and One Hundred Years of Solitude. It offers a mix of fantasy, reincarnation, and passion set against a vividly imagined future.

3.9

4,022 ratings

55%

Loved it

28%

Mixed feelings

17%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

266

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Fantasy

Historical Fiction

Magical Realism
Setting

Mexico City • 23rd century

Publication Year

1997

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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