Maria Dueñas Book - The Heart Has Its Reasons

The Heart Has Its Reasons by Maria Dueñas follows Blanca Perea, a linguistics professor whose life unravels when her husband of twenty years leaves her, leading her to accept a research grant in California. Her assignment is to sort through the archives of a deceased Spanish professor, Andrés Fontana, and in doing so, she becomes immersed in his complex life and uncovers a deeper connection to Daniel Carter, an academic who holds vital secrets about Fontana. The novel is a soulful journey of self-discovery, exploring themes of loss, love, and reinvention as Blanca investigates the past to find her own way forward.