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The narrative centers on a talented chef who rises from poverty to culinary fame while maintaining emotional distance from her personal life. As she excels in the kitchen, her secretive nature complicates her relationship with her daughter, whom she leaves in her family's care to pursue her dreams. The story unfolds through the eyes of her former assistant and unrequited lover, providing a unique perspective on ambition, sacrifice, and the complexities of motherhood. Marie NDiaye's work explores the intersection of passion and personal sacrifice in the pursuit of excellence.