The Cost of Sugar
- 258 pages
- 10 hours of reading
Now a major motion picture, The Cost of Sugar is the historical story of Jewish family planters and their slaves in Suriname when sugar ruled as King.
Cynthia McLeod delves into Suriname's colonial past with a passion for revealing the often-untold stories of the sugar cane industry and the lives impacted by it. Her novels are distinguished by meticulous historical research, aiming for an authentic portrayal of those who endured oppression. McLeod focuses on forgotten narratives, giving voice to individuals silenced by history. Her engaging style draws readers into compelling historical events.



Now a major motion picture, The Cost of Sugar is the historical story of Jewish family planters and their slaves in Suriname when sugar ruled as King.
Das Schicksal zweier Schwestern, die zu den niederländischen Kolonialisten in Surinam gehören. Während Elsa in bürgerlicher Ehe ein ereignisloses Leben führt, sucht die unruhige Sarith in immer neuen Abenteuern mit Männern ihr Glück.