El amante turco (Narrativa (Punto de Lectura)) (Spanish Edition)

This is an outstanding autobiographical novel/ memoir about the author's affair with a slick and manipulative Ulvi, a much older Armenian/Turkish man. A story about self/liberation. Fresh and enjoyable prose. Originally, I bought the version in English and liked it very much. Decided to read it in Spanish as well. Each version is great in its own way. I would say that the interplay between the Spanish and English is lost in the Spanish version (the author sprinkles Spanish words here and there in the original, which has a very specific effect throughout the novel.)

This is Esmeralda Santiago's third novel of her series of memoirs. I had completely lost track of Esmeralda's writings until recently I decided to browse her collection and came across El Amante Turco. I purchased the novel right away and read it without any expectations or insight to the story. This memoir in my opinion is Esmeralda's best yet and exemplifies the simplicity but yet very elegant writing style that has become a trademark of this Puerto Rican author.The story depicts the struggle of a young lady in a stifling relationship that continuously exemplifies how cultural differences can complicate a relationship. However, I would say this story can be that of any woman. Not only a Latina but anyone can experience male dominance and control in a relationship. Negi, the protagonist ventures out on her own, leaves the comfort zone of her Mom's home to experience life with Ulvi, her Turkish boyfriend/lover not knowing that her life would be limited and stifled by a controlling male who uses her to succeed in his academic career. After enduring much mental and to certain extent physical abuse, with determination, willpower and a strong desire to achieve her goals Negi leaves Ulvi and attains a Master's Degree.El Amante Turco is an exemplary story written from the soul of an author who endured the ups and downs that life has to offer.Exceptionally written, well- detailed, a woman's triumph. Highly recommended.

Santiago is a brilliant writer, and her life story is interesting, but I found this book to drag on a lot. You really have to do a lot of analyzing for yourself, there are a lot of lessons to be learned from this book, but they aren't crystal clear at first.

Excellent

Easy read super interesting

A VERY GOOD ONE, JUST AS THE REST OF HER NOVELS. GLAD I GOTIT. I WILL RECOMMEND IT TO EVERYONE.

Well I truly enjoy the book and the edition is great.The only problem is that if you carry the book inside a bag the plastic around the cover will peel a little bit ):BUT I'M SO HAPPY WITH IT.

Excellent book