By Elizabeth Acevedo With the Fire on High - A Heartfelt Journey through Family and Food

Experience the powerful saga of family, tradition, and culinary passion with "With the Fire on High," Elizabeth Acevedo’s bestselling novel. This evocative hardcover edition invites readers on a journey that intertwines the dreams of a young mother, Emoni Santiago, with her Afro-Puerto Rican heritage, loaded with rich cultural nuances and mouth-watering recipes that almost leap off the page. Acevedo’s lyrical storytelling helps readers savor the bittersweet moments of discovering oneself...

Experience the powerful saga of family, tradition, and culinary passion with "With the Fire on High," Elizabeth Acevedo’s bestselling novel. This evocative hardcover edition invites readers on a journey that intertwines the dreams of a young mother, Emoni Santiago, with her Afro-Puerto Rican heritage, loaded with rich cultural nuances and mouth-watering recipes that almost leap off the page. Acevedo’s lyrical storytelling helps readers savor the bittersweet moments of discovering oneself while navigating responsibilities and family ties, making this book not only a page-turner but also a comforting embrace of love and resilience.

Following Emoni, who aspires to become a chef despite the obstacles of teen motherhood and an uncertain future, this narrative unveils the vibrant tapestry of her life experiences rooted in the culinary world. With every chapter, you’ll feel the heat of the kitchen and the warmth of familial bonds as she strives to realize her dreams without losing sight of her home and heritage.