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Paz Robles is a kind, hard-working woman whose life cracks open when her husband, Fermín, hands over their newborn to a wealthy man to settle a debt. That transaction is driven by Ginebra Nicoliti, who lost her own child and is determined to fill that void and secure her family's fortune. Meanwhile, Esteban Villa de Cortés is a recently widowed father of three, blamed by his late wife’s mother for the tragedy that shattered his home. When Paz and Esteban cross paths in their shared neighborhood, an easy rapport and growing attraction pull them toward each other, even as secrets about the stolen child, old resentments, and competing motives make every step forward risky.

Released in 2024, the series was directed by Eric Morales and Bonnie Cartas, and created by Pablo Ferrer García-Travesí, Santiago Pineda Aliseda, and Juan Osorio Ortiz. It's an original television project that mixes telenovela staples with action, fantasy touches, and family drama, giving it a hybrid tone across its episodes.

Critics and audiences have reacted to the show with generally favorable ratings, reflected in a 7.56/10 audience score from available votes. Reviews highlight the series' willingness to blend melodrama with moments of humor and suspense. Major themes include parenthood, moral compromise, class tension, and identity, and the narrative oscillates between soap-style revelations and action-driven set pieces.

The story has prompted conversations about adoption, the ethics of wealth and power, and how grief reshapes people, especially in online fan spaces and social media. Characters like Paz and Ginebra have become focal points for debates about empathy versus entitlement, and the show's mix of genres has made it a talking point among viewers who enjoy traditional soaps updated with modern, sometimes fantastical elements.

As of now, the series has not been widely cited in major awards coverage, but its audience engagement and steady ratings suggest it could gain more industry attention if it maintains its momentum.