Silvia Moreno-Garcia
5 SeriesSilvia Moreno-Garcia is a Mexican-Canadian author known for her novels Gods of Jade and Shadow, Certain Dark Things, and Untamed Shore. She debuted with Signal to Noise, which earned her the Coppery Cylinder Award.
In Silvia Moreno-Garcia's "Signal to Noise," set in Mexico City in 1988, protagonist Meche discovers the power to cast spells using music, promising a bright future for her and her friends. The narrative fast-forwards two decades, where Meche returns home alone for her father's funeral. Upon her return, she reconnects with her old friend Sebastian, prompting them to revisit the pivotal events of 1988. The story intertwines past and present, exploring the consequences and memories of their youthful magical endeavors.
