No Place to Bury the Dead

In No Place to Bury the Dead, Karina Sainz Borgo presents a poignant narrative set in an unnamed Latin American country plagued by a mysterious affliction that erases memories. The story follows Angustias Romero as she escapes with her family, only to suffer devastating loss. As she navigates the treacherous town of Mezquite, filled with refugees and corruption, she encounters Visitación Salazar, the formidable caretaker of a cemetery central to a violent land dispute. This gripping tale delves into themes of migration, grief, and resilience, while blending elements of thriller and tragedy in a haunting exploration of life on the border between the living and the dead.