The Lucky Ones

In her debut novel, The Lucky Ones, Julianne Pachico weaves a compelling narrative set against the backdrop of Colombia's tumultuous conflict and its echoes in New York City. The story unfolds through the interconnected lives of a teenager left alone at home, a kidnapped teacher reciting Shakespeare, and a classmate grappling with the weight of her past. With a fractured narrative and vivid descriptions, Pachico captures the complexities of life in a country torn apart by violence, where the lines between saviors and perpetrators blur, leaving characters to navigate an ungovernable world.