"A Long Petal of the Sea" is a captivating novel written by the renowned author Isabel Allende. Set against the backdrop of tumultuous 20th-century history, the book takes readers on a sweeping journey through love, loss, resilience, and the enduring power of the human spirit.

The story unfolds during the Spanish Civil War in the late 1930s, a time of political upheaval and ideological conflict. Roser, a young and talented pianist, finds herself caught up in the chaos of the war. Fleeing the violence and uncertainty, she embarks on a treacherous journey across the Pyrenees Mountains to seek refuge in France. Alongside her is Victor Dalmau, a passionate young doctor, who becomes her companion and protector during these perilous times.