From Scratch: A Memoir of Love, Sicily, and Finding Home

"From Scratch" is a memoir by Tembi Locke that recounts her journey of love, loss, and healing in the Sicilian countryside. It is a Reese Witherspoon Book Club Pick and a New York Times bestseller. The book explores the healing powers of food, family, and grace, and follows Locke as she rebuilds her life after the loss of her husband.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 352 pages
Publication date: 13 October 2022
Publisher: Simon & Schuster

"From Scratch" is a captivating novel that will soon be adapted into a limited Netflix series starring Zoe Saldana! This Reese Witherspoon Book Club Pick and New York Times bestseller has been described as "a captivating story of love lost and found" (Kirkus Reviews). Set in the lush Sicilian countryside, the story follows Tembi, an actress who meets professional chef Saro on a street in Florence. Despite facing opposition from Saro's traditional Sicilian family due to their interracial relationship, the couple perseveres and builds a happy life in Los Angeles, filled with fulfilling careers, deep friendships, and the love of their lives—a baby girl they adopted at birth. However, their dreams are shattered when Saro is diagnosed with a formidable cancer that threatens to consume everything they have built.

In the face of this adversity, Tembi returns to Sicily with her daughter Zoela for three summers, seeking solace and nourishment in her husband's tiny hometown hamlet of farmers. Through her experiences in Sicily, Tembi discovers the healing gifts of simple fresh food, the embrace of a close-knit community, and timeless traditions and wisdom that guide her forward. She reflects on her and Saro's romance, an incredible love story that leaps off the pages.

"From Scratch" is not only a memoir about loss but also about love, finding a home, and chasing one's dreams. Tembi's raw and heartfelt storytelling will uplift readers who are suffering from the loss of their own loved ones. The novel explores themes of family, tradition, and the power of resilience in the face of adversity.

With its stunning portrayal of Sicily and its rich cultural heritage, "From Scratch" is sure to captivate audiences worldwide. The limited Netflix series adaptation promises to bring Tembi's story to life in a way that will leave viewers inspired and moved. Stay tuned for more updates on this exciting project!

Weight: 250g
Dimension: 130 x 199 x 33 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781668022115
Edition number: UK Edition