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An unexpected encounter in France forces Ebby Freeman to confront her complicated past, including her broken engagement with Henry and the trauma of a violent home invasion that shattered her family. As she navigates her emotions, she reflects on a cherished stoneware jar, a symbol of her ancestral history and potential healing. The narrative intertwines themes of loss, resilience, and the significance of family heritage, offering a poignant exploration of identity and the quest for closure.

Exploring themes of family legacy and identity, two estranged siblings uncover their mother's concealed history linked to her traditional Caribbean black cake. This multigenerational saga weaves together rich character development and a narrative that spans decades and continents. Acclaimed for its depth, the story invites readers to reflect on inheritance and personal choice, making it a compelling read celebrated by various media outlets and adapted into a Hulu series.

Eleanor Bennett won't let her own death get in the way of the truth. So when her estranged children - Byron and Benny - reunite for her funeral in California, they discover a puzzling inheritance. First, a voice recording in which everything Byron and Benny ever knew about their family is upended. Their mother narrates a tumultuous story about a headstrong young woman who escapes her island home under suspicion of murder, a story which cuts right to the heart of the rift that's separated Byron and Benny. Second, a traditional Caribbean black cake made from a family recipe with a long history that Eleanor hopes will heal the wounds of the past. Can Byron and Benny fulfil their mother's final request to 'share the black cake when the time is right'? Will Eleanor's revelations bring them back together or leave them feeling more lost than ever?