Tender Is the Flesh
What's it about
Could you stomach the unthinkable if it meant survival? Imagine a world where a virus has made all animal meat poisonous. Society has been forced to find a new source of protein, leading to the horrifying legalization and industrialization of cannibalism. This is the new normal. You'll follow Marcos, a man who works in this brutal industry, processing "special meat." As he struggles with his own complicity and the recent loss of his child, a disturbing opportunity arises. This dark, unforgettable story forces you to confront the limits of morality and what it truly means to be human when society's rules have completely collapsed.
Meet the author
Agustina Bazterrica is an award-winning Argentine novelist whose work, translated into over twenty-five languages, explores the darkest corners of human nature with unflinching literary precision. A central figure in the Buenos Aires art scene, she studied Fine Arts and has coordinated reading workshops for years, giving her a unique perspective on storytelling. This deep engagement with both visual art and literature informs her powerful ability to create visceral, unforgettable worlds that challenge societal norms and force readers to confront uncomfortable truths.
What's it about
Could you stomach the unthinkable if it meant survival? Imagine a world where a virus has made all animal meat poisonous. Society has been forced to find a new source of protein, leading to the horrifying legalization and industrialization of cannibalism. This is the new normal. You'll follow Marcos, a man who works in this brutal industry, processing "special meat." As he struggles with his own complicity and the recent loss of his child, a disturbing opportunity arises. This dark, unforgettable story forces you to confront the limits of morality and what it truly means to be human when society's rules have completely collapsed.
Meet the author
Agustina Bazterrica is an award-winning Argentine novelist whose work, translated into over twenty-five languages, explores the darkest corners of human nature with unflinching literary precision. A central figure in the Buenos Aires art scene, she studied Fine Arts and has coordinated reading workshops for years, giving her a unique perspective on storytelling. This deep engagement with both visual art and literature informs her powerful ability to create visceral, unforgettable worlds that challenge societal norms and force readers to confront uncomfortable truths.
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