What is to be... Torn between Two Worlds

Introduction

In Trinidad's vibrant, multicultural tapestry, Mariana Atkins stands at a crossroads. At 22, this young Muslim woman finds herself caught between the traditional expectations of her faith, the lingering influence of her family's British roots, and her emerging desires.

Born in Trinidad to parents who lived in London for three decades, Mariana's upbringing is a unique blend of cultures. Her childhood was filled with Trinidadian flavours and her mother's English-inspired creations – a symbol of the family's distinctive heritage. As the youngest of four siblings, and the only one still at home, Mariana feels the weight of her parents' expectations and desire to preserve their cultural and religious values.

Fresh out of university with a business degree, Mariana faces the challenge of finding her place in a world that seems frustratingly out of reach. Unlike her siblings who've ventured into the world, Mariana finds herself tethered to home, her wings clipped by her parents' protective instincts and their fear of her straying from their shared faith and culture.

From the comfort of her mother's fusion cuisine to the stifling confines of parental expectations, Mariana navigates the complexities of love, career, and personal growth. Her journey is one of quiet rebellion and passionate awakening, as she seeks independence within the boundaries set by her upbringing.

But Mariana's world is about to be shaken to its core. When she meets Ryden, a young man outside her faith and culture, she's forced to question everything she's ever known. Their connection ignites a fire within her, one that threatens to burn down the carefully constructed walls of her life.

Mariana's story is one of love, faith, and the search for identity in a world of conflicting expectations. As she navigates the complexities of her multicultural background and her Muslim faith, Mariana finds herself torn between duty and desire. Her journey is one of passion and heartache, as she discovers that finding true love might mean challenging everything she's ever believed in.

Join Mariana as she makes choices that will test her relationships, her faith, and her very sense of self. Watch as she grapples with the consequences of following her heart in a world that doesn't always understand. Through laughter, tears, and moments of breathtaking courage, Mariana's quest for love and self-discovery will take her to places she never imagined, forcing her to define what it truly means to be true to herself.