"Death in the Andes"

"Death in the Andes" is a novel by Mario Vargas Llosa, set in Peru during the 1980s. It explores themes of violence and conflict amid the rise of terrorism from revolutionary groups like the Shining Path. The story follows two police officers investigating the mysterious deaths of villagers, intertwining elements of political unrest, cultural identity, and the impact of history on personal lives. Through rich storytelling, Vargas Llosa delves into the psychological effects of fear and the struggle for meaning in a turbulent society, reflecting broader issues faced in Latin America during that era.