the novel introduces us to Mauricio Ridel, who is deeply immersed in his writing, wrapping up a serialized story. A conversation reveals his commitment to hard work and perseverance, despite the long hours and personal sacrifices he makes. Readers are drawn into his past as he grapples with feelings of loneliness and the shadows cast by his dysfunctional family; he was sent away from home to avoid his overbearing stepmother's influence. Interestingly, as Mauricio navigates his life from Paris back to Buenos Aires, the narrative hints at the emotional scars from his childhood and sets the stage for his journey of self-discovery, relationships, and the quest for happiness in a world often filled with sorrow. (This is an automatically generated summary.)