Description
Calanta and Luke's whirlwind romance takes an unexpected turn when they decide to elope after just one week of being together. Their plans for a future filled with love and adventure are shattered when Calanta's father intervenes, furious at the thought of his daughter marrying a man he considers unworthy. The emotional turmoil sends them on separate paths, each grappling with the consequences of their impulsive decision.
As they navigate their lives apart, both Calanta and Luke must confront their feelings and the reality of their choices. Calanta finds herself caught between familial duty and her desire for true happiness, while Luke struggles with the absence of the love he thought would last a lifetime. Each character faces challenges that test their resilience and convictions.
This tale weaves themes of love, sacrifice, and the fight for autonomy against the backdrop of familial expectations. The journey of Calanta and Luke highlights the struggle to find one’s true self while staying true to love, creating a poignant narrative that resonates with anyone who has ever dared to break free from confines in pursuit of their heart’s desire.
As they navigate their lives apart, both Calanta and Luke must confront their feelings and the reality of their choices. Calanta finds herself caught between familial duty and her desire for true happiness, while Luke struggles with the absence of the love he thought would last a lifetime. Each character faces challenges that test their resilience and convictions.
This tale weaves themes of love, sacrifice, and the fight for autonomy against the backdrop of familial expectations. The journey of Calanta and Luke highlights the struggle to find one’s true self while staying true to love, creating a poignant narrative that resonates with anyone who has ever dared to break free from confines in pursuit of their heart’s desire.
Book Details
Format
Paperback
Pages
278 pages
Language
English
Published
May 1, 1997
Publisher
Jove
ISBN-10
0515120677
ISBN-13
9780515120677