The Dark Bride / La novia oscura

by Laura Restrepo

Every month, the refinery workers of the Tropical Oil Company descend upon Tora, a city in a Colombian forest, searching for earthly bliss and an encounter with Sayonara, the legendary Indian prostitute. Exotic and mysterious, she captivates whoever crosses her path. Then, one day, she violates the rules of her profession and falls in love with a man she can never have…

Cada mes, los trabajadores de las refinerías de la compañía descienden sobre Tora, una ciudad en un bosque de Colombia, en busca de la felicidad terrenal y un encuentro con Sayonara, la legendaria prostituta india. Ella es exótico y misterioso, cautiva a cualquiera que se cruza en su camino. Un día, ella viola las reglas de su profesión y se enamora de un hombre …

The group will meet Wednesday, January 8, 7-8:30 pm, 3rd Floor, Seminar Room, Main Library. Attendees have the option to read in English and/or Spanish. Discussions may also be in English and Spanish. Attendees do not have to be bilingual. Copies of  The Dark Bride (Spanish: La novia oscura) will be held at the 2nd floor Readers Services Desk one month before the discussion. Call to register at (847) 448-8620!