The City

An Unexpected Portrait of Madrid Through Three Women

In The City, acclaimed Spanish author Lara Moreno weaves a compelling tapestry of intersecting lives in contemporary Madrid. Through the stories of three women—Oliva, navigating an abusive relationship; Damaris, a Colombian immigrant juggling motherhood and economic disparity; and Horía, a Moroccan woman seeking stability while living in the margins—Moreno crafts a vivid portrait of personal and societal struggle.

With unflinching prose, The City delves into themes of love, resilience, and survival in an urban landscape shaped by inequality and cultural division. Through its intimate storytelling and sharp social observation, Moreno's novel offers a fresh and poignant exploration of what it means to belong in an ever-changing city.