The Taste of Sugar

Set against the backdrop of Puerto Rico on the verge of the Spanish-American War, Marisel Vera’s novel follows Vicente Vega and Valentina Sanchez as they navigate the hardships of hunger, Spanish oppression, and political upheaval. When disaster strikes, their journey takes them to Hawaii, revealing the complex realities behind promises of prosperity and new beginnings. With themes of love, endurance, and resilience, the story offers a compelling exploration of leaving home in search of hope.