Once upon a time, the kitchen was full of fond memories for the baker's wife, but under the brutal tutelage of her husband, it is just another arena for his cruelty. When he orders her to bake cookies for the annual contest, she rebels and crafts a gingerbread man unlike any before. Appalled by the creation, her husband flees the house, leaving her to indulge in a rare slice of solitude. But she isn't alone.Wrought by a swirl of magic, her gingerbread man comes to life and manifests in the form of a perfect lover straight out of a fantasy. Convinced she's dreaming, the baker's wife indulges her most secret desires and embarks on a journey of self-exploration and passionate awakening under the skillful hands of her gingerbread man. But can this newfound euphoria last?Run, run, run.

Publication Year: 2023