Description
Crossed Destinies
Book Summary
A story of love and second chances set between Belfast and New York. April, a young journalist, leaves her life in Londonderry behind to pursue a professional dream in the Big Apple. There she meets Derek, a reserved and enigmatic man with whom fate seems determined to cross her path. Between professional ambition and unexpected feelings, a secret from the past will put their relationship to the test, forcing them apart. A contemporary romantic novel that explores whether true love can overcome the obstacles that separate it.
What is it about?
April, an Irish journalist, moves to Belfast with her friend Allison to start a new chapter. Her talent opens the doors to an unmissable opportunity: working as a reporter in New York. There she crosses paths with Derek, a serious and distant man with whom their first meeting is not exactly cordial. However, forced proximity and constant run-ins gradually break down their barriers, giving way to conflicting feelings. Just as the relationship seems to be solidifying, a secret erupts and drives them apart, leading them down opposite paths. The novel chronicles their struggle to overcome the obstacles distancing them and to discover if fate has a reunion in store for them.
Main themes
- Love and second chances between people from opposite worlds.
- The conflict between professional ambition and personal life.
- Secrets from the past that condition the present.
- Overcoming emotional and personal barriers.
- A journey of self-discovery through a radical life change.
Who is it recommended for?
For readers of contemporary romance who enjoy stories with professional backgrounds and international settings. Especially suitable for those seeking plots with emotional tension, character development, and a central conflict based on secrets and misunderstandings. Also for those who appreciate novels with determined female protagonists and plots that take place between Europe and the United States.
What this book offers
- A love story with a brisk pace and carefully described settings that transport the reader.
- A realistic emotional conflict that maintains narrative tension until the end.
- Characters with defined psychological profiles who evolve throughout the plot.
- A reflection on how secrets can affect the deepest relationships.
- An entertaining and immersive read, ideal for disconnecting and getting carried away by romance.
Technical specifications
- Author: de la Torre, Mónica
- Publisher: EDITORIAL SG
- Language: Spanish
- Subject: Modern and contemporary fiction, Romantic fiction
- Collection: Romantic
- Publication date: October 2021
- Number of pages: 380
- Weight: 480 g
Editorial review
A well-constructed contemporary romance novel that combines its protagonist's coming-of-age journey with a star-crossed romance. The author manages to maintain interest thanks to a solid central conflict and characters who evoke empathy. Its narrative pace and the alternating settings between Ireland and New York bring dynamism to the reading. Recommended for those looking for a love story with emotional depth and an ending that invites one to believe in second chances.