From literary legend Isabel Allende comes My Name is Emilia del Valle, a spellbinding historical novel of love, war, and self-discovery. Abandoned at birth by her Chilean aristocrat father, Emilia grows up in nineteenth-century San Francisco, a fiercely ambitious young woman decades ahead of her time. Determined to pursue her passion for writing, she even publishes under a man?s name to be taken seriously.
When she lands a journalist position at the Daily Examiner, Emilia seizes the chance to cover a brewing civil war in Chile alongside a fellow reporter. The assignment becomes more than a career opportunity; it is a journey of uncovering family secrets, confronting her past, and discovering her own strength.
A masterclass in historical storytelling, Allende?s novel explores resilience, adventure, and the pursuit of identity. Richly detailed and emotionally powerful, My Name is Emilia del Valle is an unforgettable tale of courage, ambition, and the enduring power of the human spirit.
