Karen Zacarias Libri

The first collection of plays from Karen Zacarias. Contains Native Gardens / The Book Club play / Destiny of Desires

Exploring the intersection of love, motherhood, and scientific ambition, this contemporary comedy intertwines the lives of Émilie du Châtelet, an 18th-century mathematician and philosopher's muse who faces an unexpected pregnancy, with a 21st-century physicist struggling to conceive. Through their parallel journeys, the narrative delves into the complexities of family and the pursuit of knowledge, highlighting the timeless challenges faced by women in science and their personal lives.

Set in the 1950s northern Mexican desert, the story explores the decline of Mariela and José, once celebrated figures in the art world, as they grapple with the departure of their daughter and the fading of their friendships with iconic artists. As their creative spark diminishes amid isolation and deception, the narrative unfolds into a gripping mystery, revealing the profound impact of lost inspiration on family dynamics and personal identity.