Isabel Allende's House of the Spirits is a sweeping multi-generational saga following the Trueba family through political upheaval and personal transformation in Chile. Blending magical realism with historical narrative, Allende creates a powerful exploration of love, revolution, and the ways family stories are woven through political landscapes. The novel follows three generations of women with supernatural abilities, revealing how personal and political histories intertwine.

WHY WE PICKED IT: Because Allende understood that personal stories are always political, and that the most profound revolutions happen first in the heart. This novel is a testament to the power of women's resilience across generations, showing how family myths and national histories are never truly separate.

DETAILS: • Author: Isabel Allende • Publisher: Atria Books • Format: Paperback • Publication Date: December 15, 2015 • ISBN: 9781501117015 • Ships direct from distributor in 3–7 business days