When a body is discovered in the trunk of the car Evelyn was driving, this unlikely trio embarks on a journey to dispose of the body and navigate the complexities of their own pasts. Themes and Analysis

: A young, undocumented Guatemalan woman who is terrified and hiding a dark secret.

The story begins in Brooklyn during a historic blizzard. The lives of three very different people collide after a minor car accident: : A cautious, lonely university professor.

Allende uses the harsh winter setting to mirror the internal "winters" her characters are experiencing—grief, trauma, and isolation.

: His Chilean tenant, a vibrant woman who has survived political upheaval.

"A sprawling, hopeful novel... Allende is at her best when she's exploring the intersection of the personal and the political."

: One of the most charming aspects is the slow-burn relationship between Richard and Lucía, proving that passion and companionship aren't reserved for the young. Critical Reception