A Touch of Moonlight
Book Feature - A Touch of Moonlight by Yaffa S. Santos
HBL Note: Chocolat meets You’ve Got Mail. Need I say more? That’s a mic drop of a comparison, two of my all-time favorite romantic films. I was obsessed with them both when they first came out, and I think I credit Chocolat for at least some of my appreciation of finer, artisan-crafted foods. And who doesn’t adore You’ve Got Mail? Especially in the fall…gosh, this is all making me want to drop everything and indulge in some self-care via romantic movies. Instead, I think diving into Yaffa S. Santos’ A TOUCH OF MOONLIGHT is just what is in store for me tonight. Oh, and I nearly forgot to mention this is Yaffa’s debut novel, and you know how much I adore debuts! Scroll down to read more.
“This delightful debut charms the reader with its unique conflict, savory dishes, and engaging characters that warm your heart.” — Priscilla Oliveras, USA Today Bestselling author of Island Affair
Book Feature - A Touch of Moonlight by Yaffa S. Santos
Book Feature - A Touch of Moonlight by Yaffa S. Santos
From the publisher:
Larimar Cintrón works hard at three things: her job as brand manager for Beacon Café, a New York based corporate bakery chain; taking care of her parents and her abuela; and hiding that she’s a ciguapa—a mythical creature of Dominican folklore with long, straight hair and backwards-facing feet. Larimar may only be a ciguapa on full moons, but she feels like an outsider in her family the rest of the month too. Her love of ’90s punk rock music and style further sets her apart. But when her best friend introduces her to Ray, a bakery owner and fellow punk rock lover, Larimar thinks she may have finally found someone with whom she can be her true self.
As Beacon’s brand manager, Larimar oversees all new location openings, including its newest store in New Jersey, which could be the project that finally lands her a coveted promotion. But when she discovers the location is right across from Ray’s bakery, Borrachitos, Larimar is torn between impressing her boss and saving Ray’s business.
As Larimar continues to grow closer to Ray and the new store’s opening looms, she struggles to hide the truth about herself and her job. But embracing her magical nature may be the only way Larimar can have everything she wants. Witty and poignant, A Touch of Moonlight is a celebration of heritage, culture, and identity—of embracing yourself and finding your place in the world.
