Lorca is desperate to find a way into her mother's affections and as a last attempt decides to track down the recipe for her ideal meal, an obscure Middle Eastern dish called masgouf.
Jessica Soffer Boeken
Jessica Soffer schrijft met opmerkelijke gevoeligheid en een scherp oog voor de complexiteit van menselijke verbindingen. Haar proza onderzoekt thema's als identiteit, familie en culturele kruispunten met lyrische precisie en emotionele resonantie. Soffer duikt in de innerlijke leefwereld van haar personages en onthult hun verlangens, kwetsbaarheden en krachten.
The narrative unfolds as Abe and Jane reflect on their fifty-year marriage amid Jane's serious illness. Their journey encompasses the highs and lows of love, including Abe's early betrayal and the challenges of parenting their son Max, who feels neglected in favor of Jane's artistic pursuits. Set against the backdrop of New York, the story explores themes of loss, heartbreak, and enduring love, weaving together their experiences into a complex and radiant homage to the city and the intricacies of their relationship.
