Marlene

Synopsis of Marlene

Marlene is a novel by Florencia Bonelli set in Buenos Aires at the beginning of the 20th century. The famous soprano Micaela Urtiaga Four returns to her hometown after years of absence, seeking a break from the stage and a reunion with her family. However, her life takes an unexpected turn when she crosses paths with Carlo Varzi, a pimp from the La Boca neighborhood, a fearsome and unscrupulous man. Despite her attempts to resist, Micaela will be irresistibly attracted to Carlo, unleashing a conflict between desire and passion, remorse and fears.