Next Year in Havana by Chanel Cleeton is a beautifully written, dual-timeline novel that captures the heartache and passion of love, identity, and heritage. The story follows Marisol Ferrera, a Cuban-American woman, as she travels to Cuba for the first time to fulfill her grandmother’s final wish: to scatter her ashes in her homeland. There, Marisol uncovers her family’s complex past, hidden secrets, and the love her grandmother, Elisa, once shared with a revolutionary in 1950s Cuba. Alternating between Elisa’s experiences during the Cuban Revolution and Marisol’s journey in present-day Havana, Next Year in Havana explores themes of political struggle, exile, and the deep ties between family and homeland. With rich historical detail and a deeply emotional narrative, Cleeton weaves together a story of love and resilience that resonates with anyone who has ever longed for a place they cannot return to. This moving novel is perfect for readers who enjoy historical fiction with a focus on romance, history, and cultural identity.

ISBN: 9780399586682