Love in Translation

By: Kanyinda, Cedric

Love in Translation is a lush, sensory romance set in the culinary heart of Lyon, France. When Sophie Carter, an ambitious American food writer, arrives to study at a world-renowned cooking school, she expects to sharpen her culinary skills - not to lose her heart. Her journey begins amid the aroma of butter and herbs, cobblestone streets, and the rhythmic hum of French kitchens, where language becomes a barrier and a bridge. Through her passion for food, Sophie learns that love, much like cooking, thrives on patience, vulnerability, and understanding

In the heat of the kitchen, Sophie meets Henri - a brilliant yet reserved chef whose pursuit of perfection has left little room for emotion. As they collaborate over simmering sauces and delicate pastries, their relationship evolves from mentorship to something deeper. Henri, once walled off by grief and discipline, finds himself softened by Sophie's warmth and spontaneity. Their connection transcends words, built through shared glances, late-night tastings, and the unspoken intimacy of creation. Each dish they craft together becomes an act of trust and discovery.

But love, like cuisine, demands balance. Together, Sophie and Henri must navigate ambition, vulnerability, and the cultural chasm that separates them. Love in Translation is a story of transformation - of how passion can bridge worlds, and how the language of food can express what words cannot. With evocative descriptions and emotional depth, Cedric Kanyinda serves readers a feast for the senses - a tender exploration of identity, artistry, and the universal longing to be understood.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0FXJ1S82V
• ISBN13: 9798271026195
• Release Date: October 2025
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 283 Pages
• Weight: 0.84 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"