Chronicle of a Death Foretold

“On the day they were going to kill him, Santiago Nasar got up at five-thirty in the morning..."
Chronicle of a Death Foretold by Gabriel García Márquez opens with a chilling line that sets the tone for a story where the outcome is never in doubt, but the reasons are murky. In a small Colombian town bound by tradition, honor, and silence, a murder everyone knows about in advance is allowed to happen. The novel, though short, is dense with meaning, presenting a compelling critique of collective guilt, societal values, and the ambiguity of truth.
Inspired by a real event, this novel stands apart from Márquez's typical magical realism. Instead, it reads like investigative journalism infused with moral and psychological complexity. As we explore it together, let’s consider not just what happened to Santiago Nasar, but why it happened — and what it says about the society around him.

New to the Book Corner Basel? Here is what you need to know:

1. Read the book, if you dont manage to finish by the meetup date dont worry you are always welcomed to join the discussion if you don’t mind spoilers.

2. It is a thought provoking book and will stir emotions and thoughts that could oppose the other participants’ opinions. I would invite you to share your thoughts, be open for discussions, and curious to listen fully.

3. About the book:

• Pages 128 paperback
• Audiobook available in Audible