The Penitentes of San Rafael (Classic Reprint): A Tale of the San Luis Valley - Couverture souple

Louis How

 
9781330484074: The Penitentes of San Rafael (Classic Reprint): A Tale of the San Luis Valley

Synopsis

In The Penitentes of San Rafael, a gripping historical novel unfolds in the San Luis Valley, where faith collides with fear and a town's fate hangs in the balance.


This vivid tale follows a clash between local religious fervor and a regiment of soldiers, capturing the tense moments at a parish, its procession, and the dramatic aftermath. Through a tapestry of devoted priests, fierce communities, and stubborn loyalties, readers glimpse the costs of belief, courage, and sacrifice on a frontier that tests every heart.



  • Vivid frontier drama set against a charged festival and a looming confrontation.

  • Rich character portraits of priests, soldiers, and townspeople navigating danger and duty.

  • Themes of faith, restraint, and the toll of conflict on families and communities.

  • A tightly paced narrative that balances action with moral ambiguity.


Ideal for readers who enjoy historical fiction that blends danger, devotion, and human resilience.

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