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Chronicle of the Murdered House

Chronicle of the Murdered House

ClassicsLiterary Fiction
Pages
592
Published
2016
Language
English

Synopsis

Long considered a cornerstone of 20th-century Brazilian literature, this novel delves into the decay of a once-proud patriarchal family in Minas Gerais. The story centers on Timoteo, a gay heir who roams the ancestral mansion in his mother's attire, embodying the family's downfall. Through a mosaic of letters, diaries, and confessions, the narrative uncovers a history rife with decadence, adultery, incest, and madness.

Prose complexity
10/10

Vibe

DarkMelancholicComplexPhilosophical
Family SagaMultiple POVsEpistolaryMorally Grey

Genres

Classics Literary Fiction Psychological Thriller History Gothic

Authors

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Benjamin Moser

Benjamin Moser is the author of A maçã no escuro, a work that explores themes of [mention genre if known, otherwise omit]. He's a writer who brings a thoughtful perspective to his storytelling.

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Lúcio Cardoso

Lúcio Cardoso was a Brazilian writer best known for his powerful psychological novels. His most famous work, "Chronicle of the Murdered House," explores the dark secrets and decay within a prominent family.

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Margaret Jull Costa

Margaret Jull Costa is known for her distinctive writing in books like Chronicle of the Murdered House and The Wind Whistling in the Cranes. She also wrote *Warrior

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Robin Patterson

Robin Patterson wrote "Chronicle of the Murdered House," a book known for its chilling mystery. Readers often praise their skill at building suspense and atmosphere.

Characters

TimoteoProtagonist
All characters in Chronicle of the Murdered House