Turmoil and Transcendence: A Tale of Love and Destiny

Lylie Mulcher, a young woman from a middle-class family, and Owen di Roille, a troubled young man born into extreme wealth, embark on a tumultuous love affair. Their paths cross serendipitously at an airport, both having booked a few days of vacation in the heartland of Suriname. Lylie, only fifteen years old at the time, is accompanied by a close friend, while Owen, a renowned figure due to his career as a top model and television news correspondent, finds himself entangled in a marriage. Despite the odds stacked against them, they fall head over heels in love.

However, as fate would have it, Owen's work summons him back to America, causing them to lose sight of each other amidst a cascade of unfortunate events. Lylie resigns herself to the possibility of never seeing Owen again, picking up the pieces of her life. But a miraculous encounter two years later will irrevocably alter the course of her existence.

Author Annitta Kortstam: A Pen Sustained by Love and Melody

Since the tender age of thirteen, Annitta Kortstam has been weaving tales and composing poetry about love. Drawing inspiration from her own experiences as well as the rich tapestry of music, her debut novel, "The Taste of Toffee," provides a vibrant and visceral portrait of love in all its dimensions.

With the beautiful landscapes of Suriname's interior, the pulsating rhythms of rap music, and the daring inked art adorning numerous individuals, Kortstam crafts a narrative that explores the intricate nuances of human emotions and the transformative power of unexpected encounters.

"The Taste of Toffee" is a tale that delves into the depths of the human soul, immersing readers in a whirlwind of emotions, asking profound questions about the nature of love and the choices we make.