Arsonist by Bernardo Beccar Varela

 

The fire, once lit, cannot be turned back

Diego, captivated by a thirst for fire, is tempted to join the car-burning gang after a proposal from an old high school classmate. He soon finds himself drawn into an unfamiliar world, where vigilante monks and an obsessed fire chief seek to solve the mystery of the burned cars. Facing constant danger, Diego must decide between following his thirst for fire or betraying those who stalk him to find his release. As he moves deeper into the gang, Diego discovers the initiation rituals that must be overcome to become part of the group. The clandestine meetings become the scenes where the next incen- diary acts are planned, but also where Diego begins to question whether he is taking the right path. He is faced with the difficult decision of protecting his comrades or saving himself. The discovery of a well-kept secret by the ecclesiastical leadership adds an unexpected twist to the story. Faced with betrayal and the weight of responsibility, he must find his own way in this world of fire and mystery.