: Although doctors initially confirm the fetus is unharmed, a more experienced physician later detects a severe malformation that had been previously overlooked.

The story follows a young woman whose initial excitement about her pregnancy turns into a nightmare.

: While taking a shortcut through a park, she is knocked down by two dogs.

: The narrative delves into her physical and psychological recovery, navigating the "cold" bureaucracy of the medical system and the lingering presence of what was lost. Key Themes

Historia de una catarsis. “Leña menuda”, de Marta Barrio

: The protagonist and her partner are forced to confront the traumatic decision to terminate the pregnancy in the seventh month.

Leña menuda (2021), written by , is a critically acclaimed Spanish novel that explores the harrowing experience of a late-term pregnancy loss. The book gained significant recognition for its raw and lucid portrayal of grief and the female body. Plot Summary