Tears Of The Trufflepig by Fernando A. Flores
Set in a dystopian near-future along the Texas-Mexico border, this novel weaves a surreal tale of a society grappling with the consequences of bioengineering and cultural exploitation. The story follows Esteban Bellacosa, a man haunted by loss, as he navigates a world where resurrected extinct animals, known as "filter animals," are trafficked for their hallucinogenic properties. Amidst a backdrop of cartel violence and societal decay, Esteban's journey intertwines with a journalist's investigation into the mysterious "Trufflepig," a creature rumored to possess extraordinary powers. The narrative explores themes of identity, memory, and the blurred lines between reality and illusion in a world teetering on the brink of collapse.
- Published
- 2019
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Medium
- Pages
- 300-350
- Original Language
- English
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