Taming Jackal

Martina, a Latina student from Queens, becomes entwined with Ellis, a hockey player from New Jersey, at a predominantly White university, against the backdrop of the early 21st century. As their connection grows, Martina encounters Ellis's inner demon, embodied by the enigmatic entity known as the Black Cat.

Years later, the pair reunite in a serendipitous meeting while both working in Manhattan. Their romance rekindled, we meet Martina's inner beast, Jackal. Their relationship unfolds, resurrecting not only their past liaison but also Black Cat and Martina's own creature, Jackal.

Their nascent connection unravels the intricate tapestry of their identities, revealing the manifestation of Ellis's inner torment, through the Black Cat.

A decade hence, having once again drifted apart, Martina's subconscious beckons with vivid recollections of an intimate encounter with Ellis. Her quest to discern his whereabouts ensues, leaving readers in suspense as they traverse the labyrinthine depths of passion, identity, and the perpetual pursuit of connection.

Author: Isabel Pena Alfaro
Publisher: Azteca Books
Published: 11/28/2023
Pages: 182
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.47lbs
Size: 8.00h x 5.25w x 0.42d
ISBN: 9798989522415

About the Author
Pena Alfaro, Isabel: - In the vibrant landscape of contemporary literature, Isabel Pe?a Alfaro emerges as a beacon of fresh talent and perspective. She interweaves her rich Mexican American cultural heritage into her storytelling in Taming Jackal, her debut novella.A prolific writer, Isabel's work appears in TIME, Fast Company, and Fortune, and she runs a B2B content writing business. When she puts the pen down, Isabel is training clients at the gym, lifting weights, or walking her puppy Justino. Isabel earned a bachelor's degree from Middlebury College and a master's from the Sorbonne Nouvelle in Paris. She lives in Upstate New York.