The Betrayed A Novel |
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| Author:
| Melvin, Reine Arcache |
| ISBN: | 978-971-550-874-2 |
| Publication Date: | Oct 2018 |
| Publisher: | Ateneo de Manila University Press
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| Book Format: | Paperback |
| List Price: | USD $45.00 |
Book Description:
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Set in a time of dictatorship and political upheaval,
The Betrayed tells the story of two sisters who love the same man. Their passion threatens to lead them to betray not only each other, but all that their father stood for. Shy, idealistic Pilar initially resolves to carry on her father's fight against the dictator, while her flamboyant older sister Lali reacts by marrying the enemy--Arturo, the dictator's godson. Each tries to find their place in this violent world, but can...
More DescriptionSet in a time of dictatorship and political upheaval, The Betrayed tells the story of two sisters who love the same man. Their passion threatens to lead them to betray not only each other, but all that their father stood for. Shy, idealistic Pilar initially resolves to carry on her father's fight against the dictator, while her flamboyant older sister Lali reacts by marrying the enemy--Arturo, the dictator's godson. Each tries to find their place in this violent world, but can they withstand the corruption of politics and the relentless pull of their own desires? What price must one pay for passion?