Nothing to Lose
Three children between eight and twelve years old disappear one summer afternoon of 1979. Two brothers (Nicolás and Hugo Cadavid), neighbors of the town of As Covas; and Blanca Suances, who was on vacation in her grandparents' house. The girl is found the next morning in a wicker basket on the opposite bank of the river by an agent from the Portuguese customs surveillance service. Despite the intense search campaign, the bodies of the two boys were never found.
Twenty-five years later, in January 2004, the Galician newspaper El Faro de Vigo publishes the news of the discovery of some skeletal remains during excavations carried out at the famous archaeological site of Santa Tecla. All evidence seems to point to the two brothers who disappeared in 979. From that moment, Blanca Suances (who is now living in Copenhaguen) and the local journalist Lois Lobo, embark themselves on a complex search to find out what happened. They must navigate through the deceptive paths of memory and the taboos of a very hermetic society.
Nothing to Lose is about looking for what was lost years ago, in which is sought is not what it seems, or at least not only. It is a novel about danger, friendship, secrets and about how even at a very young age we can start losing. But it is also a novel on how we find the strength to keep moving forward.
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Original Language
SPANISH | Editorial Planeta
Translation Rights
FRENCH | Éditions de l'Archipel
ITALIAN | Astoria
Film Rights
Film rights sold. Producer to be announced.
Reviews
“The writer tackles a story full of tension and mystery, set against the backdrop of Galicia. In its pages, Fortes explores the past, traumas, and the deceptive paths of memory in an intriguing thriller.” La Vanguardia
“Susana Fortes has crafted an outstanding novel, rich in darkness and charm. Like a surprise guest, the horror of everyday life quietly emerges. Ultimately, it is a reflection of humanity: on one side, light; on the other, abysses and shadows.” Qué Leer
“The writer displays a delicacy and expressiveness that deserve mention, without ever being flashy. … Sometimes we need stories that remind us of what can still be gained when there is nothing left to lose.” El Cultural
“There is something in Susana Fortes’ writing that draws you in. Her narrative creates a deep connection with the reader, inviting participation and awakening empathy. In Nothing to Lose, she reflects what truly matters to her in reading: immersing oneself in the twists and turns of a parallel world.” La Razón
“An enigmatic story set in rural Galicia, delving into the rediscovery of childhood, family secrets, the illusions of memory, and the fear of facing the truth.” El Diario Gallego
“A gripping plot full of tension and mystery, told in an evocative style where the imagery and the story of the tragic disappearance of two children merge to illuminate the shadowed corners.” Todo Literatura
