Limpia

"Limpia" is a captivating novel that tells the poignant story of Stella García, also known as Stellita. She leaves her home in rural Chile and works for seven years as a housekeeper in a wealthy household in Santiago. The novel highlights the contrasts between the living realities of the rich and the working class and addresses the tragedy that unfolds when the only daughter of the Jensen López family dies in a pool accident. This shocking turn of events draws Stella into an emotional and psychological confrontation with her own identity and the societal structures that surround her. Alia Trabucco Zeran skillfully portrays the complex relationships and the inner turmoil of the protagonist while prompting readers to reflect on class differences and personal tragedies.