Kramp by María José Ferrada

Set against the backdrop of 1980s Chile, this poignant narrative follows the journey of a young girl who accompanies her father on his sales trips across the country. Through her eyes, the mundane world of hardware supplies transforms into a realm of wonder and discovery. As she navigates the complexities of childhood and the adult world, the story delicately explores themes of innocence, family bonds, and the subtle undercurrents of political unrest. The narrative is a tender reflection on the power of imagination and the resilience of the human spirit amidst life's challenges.