1997 Nominated
The Year of the Flood
ABOUT
THE BOOK
In Franco’s Spain, the determined Sister Consuelo, Mother Superior of a convent hospital, approaches the rich landowner Don Augusto for funds to establish an old people’s home, sparking an unexpected, intense affair that challenges her vows and faith. Amidst torrential rains and local unrest, her innocent mission descends into passion, deception, and conflict with bandits, ultimately revealing the complexities of human desire and integrity beneath a seemingly devout exterior.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Country
Spain
Publisher
Harvill Press
Nominating Library
