What They Said About Luisa

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The narrative centers on Luisa Abrego, a freed slave navigating her new life in colonial Mexico after marrying a white man. Accused of bigamy and tried by the Inquisition, her story unfolds through the perspectives of various historical figures, including nuns and miners, creating a multifaceted view of her life. The novel draws from 16th-century trial records, presenting a richly researched portrayal of Luisa and the broader impact of the Inquisition on Spanish colonies, highlighting the interplay of race, gender, and power in a tumultuous era.