
Catalina
by H
About This Novel
This is a unique Spanish-style story created by Maugham in his later years. The heroine of the story, Catalina, is a beautiful, intelligent but unfortunately disabled Spanish girl in the small town of Fort Rodriguez. One day, she claimed that the Virgin Mary suddenly appeared to her and told her that among the three Valero brothers in the city, the one who served God the most devoutly would heal her lameness. The eldest brother among the three brothers is none other than the Archbishop of Segovia. The Virgin's revelation seemed clear enough, but the development of things was beyond everyone's expectations. Around this innocent girl who claims to be favored by the Virgin, various forces have launched an overt and secret struggle with their own ulterior motives, all trying to take advantage of the "Mother's Appearance" to realize their unspeakable plans. In the end, can the girl resist all attempts to control her life and gain her own freedom, career and love?
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