The Woman from Uruguay

In The Woman from Uruguay, acclaimed Argentine author Pedro Mairal, translated by Jennifer Croft, offers a captivating story of longing and connection over the course of a single day. The narrative follows Lucas Pereyra, an unemployed writer, as he journeys from Buenos Aires to Montevideo to collect a vital cash advance for his novel, while grappling with tension in his marriage and his infatuation with the free-spirited Magalí Guerra Zabala. Their day together unfolds in unexpected ways, revealing the complexities of relationships in this moving tale that has garnered international acclaim.