La casa della laguna

The narrative spans multiple time periods and perspectives, which adds depth but also complexity. I'm curious what inspired her to structure it this way and how she balanced the different voices.

The Puerto Rican setting and history seem so vividly alive—did Ferré intentionally personify the island’s history as a character guiding the story?

The novel touches on colonialism, tradition, and modernity—what do readers see as the core reflection on Puerto Rican identity in the story?