Black Cake is an amazingly written tale of family relationships and the dynamics that bound members together, of heritage and legacy. The black cake being baked every year is a symbol of the interaction that members have in the goal to preserve what is important between family members. This tale shows that secrets can divide family members and bring them back together once the secrets are told. Black Cake is a story of heart ache, perseverance, hope and strength. It is a deep love story.

I love how characters overcame hardships in their lives. It was a beautifully told story of love that spanned generations.

Once the secrets were revealed, it seemed the book was dragged out unnecessarily, and I found myself wishing that the story would end. But that's just me.

At times, this book made me feel sad, and at times, happy for the characters. When secrets were revealed, I felt happy for the characters who got their questions answered. I was so glad when relationships were strengthened.

I recommend this book, because it is well written and engaging. It is historic fiction, and that always fascinates me.

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