Introduction
While the week leading up to Easter is known as “Semana Mayor” due to its eight-day span from Palm Sunday to Resurrection Sunday, the author’s experience was quite different. Work obligations left them with only Friday Sacred and Saturday Gloria as days off. On the first day of rest, they finally obtained “Fabricación,” Ricardo Raphael’s periodism literario novel that had eluded them for days.
The Novel: A Deep Dive into “Fabricación”
The novel delves into the intricate story of Isabel Miranda de Wallace, a publicity external advertising entrepreneur. Raphael meticulously investigated this case for six years, uncovering the elaborate fabrication surrounding Hugo Alberto Wallace’s supposed kidnapping and murder. Isabel, in a desperate attempt to justify her son’s disappearance—a presumed criminal—engaged in a cruel and inhumane scheme that ensnared innocent individuals, subjecting them to torture and indignities. The author’s literary prowess brings these harrowing experiences to life.
Raphael’s Reflections
“If the death of a child can drive a mother to madness,” Raphael ponders, “how does one describe the madness that compels a mother to invent her child’s death?” This question encapsulates the novel’s exploration of deception and its consequences.
“Fabricación”: A Testament to Corruption
Raphael’s novel serves as a stark reminder of the rampant corruption within the justice system. It exposes the nefarious trafficking of influences and the blatant, incoherent illegal tactics employed to implicate innocent individuals.
Isabel Miranda de Wallace: A Controversial Figure
From July 13, 2005—following the alleged kidnapping and murder of her son—to the publication of Raphael’s novel in the present year, Isabel Miranda de Wallace successfully deceived the entire nation. This includes the president and ordinary citizens alike, earning her the title of “Heroína de la Nación.”
- Awards and Recognition: In 2010, Miranda received the National Human Rights Award. Two years later, she ran for the governorship of Mexico City under the PAN party.
- Meeting with Felipe Calderón: Upon receiving the award from Calderón, Miranda recounted her emotional struggle, stating, “President, can you imagine the significance of not having a grave to visit and mourn for Hugo Alberto?” This poignant moment echoes similar themes found in the novel.
Current Engagements and Upcoming Event
The author took an early break from vacation to coordinate an event at the General Society of Writers of Mexico, where they serve as president. The event, scheduled for May 5th, aims to present the SOGEM Caridad Bravo Adams awards. The author hopes for attendance from cultural governmental authorities.
