The story is narrated by , a professional translator and interpreter who has recently married Luisa . The novel begins with a startling event: years before Juan was born, his father’s second wife, Teresa (who was also his mother's sister), shot herself in the heart shortly after her honeymoon.
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As Juan navigates his own new marriage, he becomes obsessed with uncovering the true reason behind Teresa's suicide and the secrets his father, , has kept hidden. The narrative follows Juan's internal monologues and professional travels as he edges closer to a truth that might have been better left unsaid. Key Themes The story is narrated by , a professional