Charlène's voice is the absolute protagonist of this intelligent, tragicomic and unforgettable novel. An omnipresent and charismatic voice that catches us and drags us from the first page through the constant calls and the continuous messages on the answering machine with which this mother presents her daughter daily.

In this way, call by call, the overwhelming personality of a woman as wonderfully ordinary as she is unconventional is drawn, as well as the particular relationship she maintains with her daughter. But soon, beyond that everyday life full of endearing outbursts, hobbies and recriminations, the poignant feeling of loneliness of a mother who nevertheless refuses to abdicate and give ground to her old age is glimpsed. When Charlène is diagnosed with cancer and depression, the surreal and chaotic episodes so common in her are added to more confessional moments, full of tenderness and intimacy. The true originality of Llamadas de mamá lies in its ability to deeply and wisely explore sometimes painful territories, maintaining a sense of humor from start to finish and sounding deeply vitalist at all times.