Servant's Tale

Set against the backdrop of the Caribbean and later New York, the story follows Luisa de la Cueva, a woman whose life transitions from a picturesque childhood on Malagita to the struggles of immigrant life in a basement tenement. As her family's status diminishes, Luisa navigates her identity and independence through her work as a servant. Despite societal expectations, she finds strength in her choices and ultimately raises her son alone. This narrative reveals the profound complexities of her seemingly simple life, told with grace and compassion by Paula Fox.