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Shokolad na krutom kipi͡atke

roman ; Stremitelʹnyĭ, kak zhelanie : roman
Pages
446
Published
2004
Language
Russian

Synopsis

Tita, born in the kitchen, finds her life dictated by a family tradition that forbids her from marrying and instead demands she care for her mother until death. Her forbidden love for Pedro, who marries her sister to stay close, manifests in her cooking, imbuing her dishes with powerful emotions that affect all who taste them. This story blends culinary magic with a tale of passion, sacrifice, and the fight for personal freedom against rigid customs.

About the author

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Laura Esquivel

Laura Esquivel is the author of the beloved novel Like Water for Chocolate. Her work often blends magical realism with explorations of family, food, and passion.

Characters

All characters in Shokolad na krutom kipi͡atke