Like Water for Chocolate by Laura Esquivel
Like Water for Chocolate by Laura Esquivel is a timeless Mexican novel that blends magical realism, passion, food, and family tradition into a rich, emotional tale. The story follows Tita De La Garza, the youngest daughter in a conservative household, who is forbidden to marry and forced to care for her mother yet she expresses her love and desires through cooking, where her emotions literally infuse the dishes she prepares.
A sensual, moving, and often humorous exploration of love and rebellion, this novel is a literary feast both culturally vivid and emotionally unforgettable.
Book Bundle
Perfect for fans of Isabel Allende, One Hundred Years of Solitude, and The House of the Spirits ideal for readers who love magical realism, romance, and cultural heritage.
Why Like Water for Chocolate is a Must-Read:
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Magical Realism: Emotions come to life through food and family rituals.
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Strong Female Protagonist: Tita's journey is about love, defiance, and personal freedom.
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Cultural Richness: Explores Mexican traditions, recipes, and family dynamics.
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Globally Acclaimed: An international bestseller adapted into an award-winning film.
Memorable Quote (from the book)
"Each of us is born with a box of matches inside us but we can't strike them all by ourselves."
Translation (Sinhala):
"අපි හැමෝම අභ්යන්තරයෙන් ගින්නක් ඇති කරන්න පුළුවන් පැටවුන් මෙන් ඉපදෙනවා, නමුත් ඒවා තනිව සොයාගන්න බැහැ."
Translation (Tamil):
"ஒவ்வொருவருக்கும் உள்ளே ஒளிரும் தீப்பெட்டிகள் உள்ளன, ஆனால் அதை நாமே மட்டுமாக ஒளிரச் செய்ய முடியாது."
Availability at Booxworm.lk
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About the Book
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Title: Like Water for Chocolate
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Author: Laura Esquivel
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ISBN: 9780385420174
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Publisher: Anchor Books
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Published Year: 1992
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Number of Pages: ~256 Pages (Paperback)
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Genre: Fiction / Magical Realism / Romance / Historical
