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Gabriela Aleman

    Gabriela Alemán crafts narratives that are as diverse and dynamic as her own multifaceted experiences. Her work delves into the intricate intersections of culture, identity, and contemporary existence, offering readers a unique lens through which to view the human condition. Through compelling storytelling and incisive observations, Alemán explores complex themes with a distinctive voice that resonates deeply. Her literary significance lies in her profound ability to capture the nuances of experience, making her a vital presence in contemporary Latin American letters.

    Poso Wells
    Family Album
    • 2022

      Family Album

      • 120 pages
      • 5 hours of reading
      3.6(68)Add rating

      This collection of eight short stories by Ecuadorian author Gabriela Alemán offers a spirited and sardonic exploration of contemporary Ecuador and its complex history. Following her acclaimed debut, Alemán delves into the tales Ecuadorians share about themselves, weaving foundational myths with modern narratives. The stories blend pop-culture and folklore, revealing lesser-known episodes of Ecuadorian history and a rich array of unforgettable minor characters. Through humor and adventure, Alemán addresses universal themes of human frailty and desire while tackling serious issues such as misogynistic violence, resource exploitation, violence against indigenous groups, political corruption, and drug trafficking. From deep-sea divers seeking treasure in the Galapagos to an outlaw pilot transporting missionaries into the Amazon, the narratives present a vivid tapestry of heroes and anti-heroes. The collection also touches on the experiences of mysterious Germans in the Galapagos during WWII and a night with the husband of infamous expat Lorena Bobbit. These "family portraits" sneak up on readers, revealing a deeper understanding of a nation whose well-known exports—soccer, coffee, and cocoa—mask a more intriguing and complex story waiting to be told.

      Family Album
    • 2021

      Ecuador, im Stadtgebiet von Guayaquil. Im Viertel Poso Wells stirbt mitten im Präsidentschaftswahlkampf der verheißungsvollste Kandidat samt seiner Entourage durch einen gewaltigen Stromschlag. Sein Stellvertreter, zugleich Chef eines großen Firmen­konglomerats, überlebt zwar, verschwindet aber spurlos. Wurde er entführt? Der Journalist Gonzalo Varas beginnt zu recherchieren. Dabei deckt er Machenschaften in Poso Wells auf, die zunächst nicht zum Verschwundenen führen, sondern zu einer gefangenen Frau. Immer mehr Fragezeichen tauchen auf. Welche Rolle spielen die Kupfervorkommen in einem entlegenen Tal? Und was haben fünf blinde Greise mit all dem zu tun? Nach und nach entwirrt Gonzalo Varas die Verstrickungen. Gabriela Alemán erzählt mit »Poso Wells« eine rasante Geschichte, in der Unterschicht und Oberschicht, Patriarchat und Femizide, Umweltzerstörung, Korruption und die Instrumentalisierung der Bevölkerung aufeinanderprallen.

      Poso Wells