Santiago Roncagliolo is a celebrated Peruvian author whose works frequently delve into complex human relationships and societal themes. His writing is marked by keen psychological insight and a sensitive portrayal of characters that draw readers into their dilemmas. Through his distinctive literary style, he explores themes of identity, history, and the search for meaning in a turbulent world. Roncagliolo's ability to weave compelling narratives with profound reflections makes him a fascinating voice in contemporary literature.
Red April evokes Holy Week during a cruel, bloody, and terrifying time in Peru's history, shocking for its corrosive mix of assassination, bribery, intrigue, torture, and enforced disappearance - a war between grim, ideologically driven terrorism and morally bankrupt government counterinsurgence