(2019) is a romantic novel by Spanish author Pat Casalà that explores the concept of destiny through two parallel stories set a century apart. The narrative weaves together the lives of two couples whose fates are mysteriously linked across time and space, primarily set against the backdrop of the Philippines. Plot Overview

Set during the Tagalog Revolution (1896–1898), this timeline follows Eugenia , who is forced into a marriage with a cruel man, and Daniel , a man shaped by a brutal upbringing as an illegitimate son. Key Themes

A central element of the book is the psychic connection between the characters. Geni and Eugenia, as well as Dan and Daniel, have "dreamed" of each other since childhood, sharing their life stories in their minds while they sleep.

Both timelines focus on the protagonists' journeys to find the strength to overcome past trauma and "recompose" their broken hearts.

The story follows two distinct timelines that eventually converge:

The novel provides a vivid look at the Philippines during its struggle for independence from Spain, contrasting it with the modern-day version of the country. Author Information

Are you interested in other novels, or would you like more details on the historical background of the Philippine revolution featured in the book? Cuando el destino nos encuentre by Pat Casalà | eBook

Geni , a woman living in a cycle of psychological abuse and working as a stripper to survive, flees her life in Barcelona. She travels to the Philippines, where she crosses paths with Dan , a man reeling from a life-altering revelation.