"Portrait in Sepia" is a novel written by Isabel Allende, first published in 2000. The book is the third in a trilogy of novels that includes "Daughter of Fortune" and "The House of the Spirits," and it follows the life of Aurora del Valle, a young woman living in Chile in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Aurora is the daughter of a Chilean father and a European mother, and the novel explores the complex cultural and familial relationships that shaped her identity. The story is told through Aurora's first-person narration, as she reflects on her past and the events that led to her current circumstances. Along the way, she encounters a cast of memorable characters, including her grandmother, a successful photographer, and a charismatic but mysterious man who may hold the key to her family's secrets. As Aurora learns more about her family history and her own identity, she must confront difficult truths and make difficult choices. The novel is known for its lush, evocative prose, vivid historical detail, and its exploration of themes such as memory, identity, and the power of storytelling. "Portrait in Sepia" is a captivating work of historical fiction and a worthy addition to Allende's acclaimed body of work.
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