
viúva Simões
Viúva Simões, written by Júlia Lopes de Almeida, tells the story of Ernestina Simões, a wealthy and beautiful young widow living in Santa Tereza. Determined to protect her daughter Sara from the discomfort of a new stepfather, Ernestina leads a reclusive life until a rekindled passion from her youth disrupts their quiet existence. This 19th-century novel explores themes of love, guilt, and the complexities of familial relationships.

