Retrato de una mujer moderna by Manuel Vicent delves into the captivating life of Concha Piquer, a young Valencian who, at just eighteen, conquers Broadway's stages during Prohibition. Her journey intertwines with iconic figures like Blasco Ibáñez and García Lorca, as she challenges the societal norms of her era.

This masterful work blends reality and fiction, portraying not only the evolution of an exceptional artist but also the pulse of a transforming Spain during the post-war and Francoist periods. Retrato de una mujer moderna stands as a literary testament to an era and a woman who broke molds and left an indelible mark on Spanish culture.