Pedro and Marques Take Stock

Set against the backdrop of Brazil's favelas, this modern picaresque novel explores the tumultuous lives of two supermarket stock clerks whose mundane existence is disrupted by the unexpected success of their small-time marijuana venture. Through sharp satire, it delves into themes of social mobility and the complexities of navigating life in a challenging environment, offering a vivid portrayal of ambition and the pursuit of a better life.