RaveAsymptoteA dark mosaic of interwoven narratives ...Despite being a quick and darkly comical read, The Black Cathedral addresses a vast thematic spectrum, highlighting the intersectional nature of mid-twentieth century Cuban society ... a transcendent tale of what it is to be human in a place not made to nurture. Exploring this idea of humanity in all its twisted, generous, deviant, beautiful forms, Gala’s novel is a twisted ode to a town teeming with magic and limitless potential, and replete with people in chase of unlikely dreams. Written with an astute colloquialism that captures a true and impressive diversity of voice, The Black Cathedral transports the reader to the marginal town of Cienfuegos, making no efforts to shield us from the dangers—and subtle joys—at the heart of its stories.
