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Literary Fiction· Chile

Eva Luna

by Isabel Allende
Aggregate Editorial Score40/100
ALA Notable Books
Published 1987288 pagesEnglish
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About This Book

Published in 1987, Eva Luna established Isabel Allende as one of the defining voices in literary fiction. Eva Luna, a natural-born storyteller, navigates the political upheavals of an unnamed South American country through her remarkable ability to transform experience into narrative. Allende's most joyful and fully realised heroine. Themes of storytelling, Latin America, revolution run through the work. The book has received recognition from ALA Notable Books 1987.

Book Details

AuthorIsabel Allende
Published1987
Country of Origin🇨🇱 Chile
LanguageEnglish
Pages288
Category📖 Literary Fiction
ISBN9780553278026
Editorial Score40/100
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📖 Literary Fiction

Character-driven fiction that prioritises style, theme, and psychological depth.

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Country of Origin

🇨🇱 Chile

This book is part of Chile's rich literary tradition.

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Editorial Assessment

First published in 1987, Isabel Allende's Eva Luna is a work of literary fiction that has drawn sustained interest from critics and prize committees alike. Its engagement with storytelling, Latin America, revolution, identity gives the book a depth that extends well beyond its genre. The book's place in the literary record rests on its presence across major prize lists and critical surveys. Among its recognitions: ALA Notable Books 1987. Its aggregate editorial score of 40/100 reflects recognition from 1 independent editorial sources, from international prizes to specialist critical journals. Readers coming to Eva Luna for the first time will find a work that rewards patience. The book's handling of storytelling, Latin America, revolution, identity is layered rather than didactic, and a second reading often reveals dimensions the first pass only hinted at. Isabel Allende's role in the literature of Chile is well established. Eva Luna can be read as both a standalone achievement and as part of a broader national literary conversation about identity, history, and the possibilities of narrative form.
About this assessment: Editorial scores are aggregated from 1 independent sources including major literary prizes, critical surveys, and leading publications. Our editorial team reviews and contextualises this data. Rankings reflect critical consensus, not personal opinion or popularity metrics. Learn about our methodology.

Awards & Recognition

ALA Notable Books
notable · national
198710
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About the Author
Isabel Allende
Chile
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Isabel Allende is a celebrated author from Chile known for influential works of literary fiction.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Eva Luna about?

Eva Luna, a natural-born storyteller, navigates the political upheavals of an unnamed South American country through her remarkable ability to transform experience into narrative. Allende's most joyful and fully realised heroine.

Who wrote Eva Luna?

Eva Luna was written by Isabel Allende, from Chile. First published in 1987.

What awards has Eva Luna won?

Eva Luna has received the following awards and honours: ALA Notable Books 1987.

Is Eva Luna worth reading?

Eva Luna is a book that has earned critical recognition, with an aggregate editorial score of 10/100 on 50 Best Books, based on mentions across 1 editorial source. It is particularly recommended for readers interested in storytelling, Latin America, revolution.

Where can I buy Eva Luna?

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What category is Eva Luna?

Eva Luna is classified as Literary Fiction. Character-driven fiction that prioritises style, theme, and psychological depth.

What country is Eva Luna from?

Eva Luna originates from Chile's literary tradition. Explore more books from Chile on our country page.

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