Island Beneath the Sea

Summary

The novel «Island Beneath the Sea» by Isabel Allende tells the life story of Zarité, a slave on a sugar plantation in Saint-Domingue at the end of the 18th century. Zarité, or simply Zaré, was born into slavery and has dreamed of freedom since childhood. She endures many hardships, including cruel treatment and the loss of loved ones, but holds on to hope and the desire for a better life. At the heart of the story are her complex relationships with her master Valmorain and his family, as well as the struggle for freedom during the slave uprising in Haiti. Zaré faces countless challenges, but her strength of spirit and longing for freedom help her survive and find her place in the world. The novel explores themes of slavery, freedom, love, and the fight for justice.