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Jose Ignacio Valenzuela, also known as Chascas, has captured the hearts and imagination of readers all over the world with his versatile style and captivating writing for literature, film, television, and theater. He has written over 20 telenovelas for audiences in Chile, Mexico, Puerto Rico, and the US, including Santa Diabla and La casa de al lado, both produced by Telemundo US, and aired in prime time all over the world, shattering all ratings. His 2004 TV series Amores earned him an Emmy nomination. He is the author of Miente, Puerto Rico's official entry to the 2009 Oscars, and co-author of La sangre iluminada, which won the support of the Sundance Institute in 2001. In 1999, he won the Prix du Grand Jury in France for his work as a screenwriter. In the literary world, Jose Ignacio Valenzuela has been listed as one of the 10 best Latin American writers under 40 by About.com, then a subsidiary of The New York Times. He has published over 15 books for adults, teens, and children, many of which, including the Malamor Trilogy, have become best sellers in multiple countries. In 2017, Valenzuela sold the rights of the three books to a Hollywood studio. To the End of the World, the first book in the trilogy, was published in English in 2018. A Chilean native, Jose Ignacio Valenzuela lived in Mexico, Puerto Rico and New York before settling in Miami, where he currently resides.
"It is exciting to see a book of magical realism/fantasy in translation that will appeal to the Harry Potter generation. The characters are engaging, and the plot is a great combination of fantasy elements and suspenseful mystery. Looking forward to Book 2. -Joy Walsh, Educator Angela is an Anthropology student at the University of Santiago who goes literally to the end of the world to a small and scary fishing village in Patagonia, to rescue her best friend (who may or may not deserve rescuing!). In the midst of horror and grave danger (is there any other kind?) and at great risk to all involved she also finds true love. This is a story for Young Adults, I guess, but I think it is for readers of all ages (because I loved it and I am a few light years away from being a ""Young Adult!"") It is refreshing and rare to have a young woman as the hero: She is smart, brave, up to the physical challenges, in serious love, and fiercely loyal! You'll love it! Like Nancy Drew on steroids! Karen - Reader Great and fun! Silvia G. Alatorre Great plot! Easy to read. Amazon Customer Great read for young people and adults. Magic realism from the new millennium. The plot develops very fast and engulfs the reader from the first page. I recommend it! TT Torres José Ignacio Valenzuela has achieved with this trilogy something very difficult: a book series which is pleasant because of its storyline, full of constant action, fantasy and mystery, but also one which is suggestive to the eternal hero's journey (...) It will not only captivate young readers but everybody who enjoys reading adventure stories. Carmen Dolores Hernández - El Nuevo Día The book is AMAZING. It transports you in that magical realism way that is so special to Latin American writers. MG This is the first time I read a book by Chascas and it has left me with a great feeling... this book had me engrossed with its unique story...You won't regret it! Lola- Reader Well done! No more to add. Jose Ignacio's writing is amazing and the trilogy was worth reading. Margarita R . Dager JD DeHart (Reviewer) has just reviewed To The End of the World. Rating: 5 out of 5 stars Nicely written, and a book I would gladly recommend for readers who want to expand into a wider range of science fiction authors. This book was a delightful surprise and promises to set up other literary entries."
