In this captivating discussion, Alejandro Soifer, a PhD graduate exploring Mexican Gothic literature, joins novelist Silvia Moreno-Garcia, known for her blend of Gothic and Mexican themes, alongside Yuri Herrera, who delves into power dynamics within narco-worlds. They analyze how Gothic horror and trauma intertwine in contemporary fiction, particularly the vampiric representations of drug violence. Osvaldo Zavala critiques the political narratives around cartels, revealing how fiction both mirrors and challenges perceptions of violence in Mexico's socio-political landscape.
