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"Baking Cakes in Kigali" follows Angel Tungaraza, a devoted mother and baker who operates a busy bakery in the heart of Kigali. With each cake she creates, Angel offers more than just flavor—she provides a space where clients share their stories, find solace, and experience moments of hope amidst the city’s challenges. The novel highlights the role of baking and family life in contemporary Rwandan society, depicting how Angel’s creations bring people together and foster unexpected connections.
First publish date: 2009
Genre: Literary Fiction/Contemporary Literary Fiction
Authors: Gaile Parkin
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