“Liliana’s Invincible Summer” by Cristina Rivera Garza is a poignant memoir that delves into the tragic murder of the author’s sister, Liliana, by her abusive ex-boyfriend in 1990. The book intertwines personal narratives, letters, and notebooks to paint a vivid picture of Liliana’s life and the pervasive gender violence in Mexico¹.

Rivera Garza’s journey to uncover her sister’s unresolved case file in 2019 highlights the systemic failures and societal blindness that contribute to such tragedies. Through this deeply moving account, the author not only seeks justice for Liliana but also sheds light on the broader issue of femicide and intimate partner violence¹²³.