The Story
What if you could bake away someone's pain… at the cost of your own memories?
In the quiet, old-world streets of Marronnier, hidden within the modern city of Veridia, Troy Bouchard lives a life measured in grams, minutes, and perfect routines. As the last heir of a century-old bakery, he believes in precision-not magic.
Until the night lightning strikes.
After a mysterious accident, Troy discovers an impossible gift: he can infuse his bread with emotion. A loaf can soothe grief. A croissant can restore joy. A single bite can change a life.
But every miracle comes with a price.
To heal others, Troy must sacrifice pieces of himself-his happiest memories, his deepest feelings-crumb by crumb. As his bakery becomes a quiet sanctuary for the broken, Troy finds himself fading, hollowing out with every act of kindness.
When a ruthless developer threatens to destroy Marronnier, Troy faces an impossible choice: use his gift to manipulate, to divide… or risk losing everything he has left to protect the people he loves.
Blending magical realism, emotional storytelling, and a haunting moral dilemma, The Dormant Heart is a story about memory, sacrifice, and the fragile balance between healing others and losing yourself.
Perfect for readers who love character-driven fantasy, cozy settings with dark undertones, and deeply emotional journeys.
Description
What if you could bake away someone's pain… at the cost of your own memories?
In the quiet, old-world streets of Marronnier, hidden within the modern city of Veridia, Troy Bouchard lives a life measured in grams, minutes, and perfect routines. As the last heir of a century-old bakery, he believes in precision-not magic.
Until the night lightning strikes.
After a mysterious accident, Troy discovers an impossible gift: he can infuse his bread with emotion. A loaf can soothe grief. A croissant can restore joy. A single bite can change a life.
But every miracle comes with a price.
To heal others, Troy must sacrifice pieces of himself-his happiest memories, his deepest feelings-crumb by crumb. As his bakery becomes a quiet sanctuary for the broken, Troy finds himself fading, hollowing out with every act of kindness.
When a ruthless developer threatens to destroy Marronnier, Troy faces an impossible choice: use his gift to manipulate, to divide… or risk losing everything he has left to protect the people he loves.
Blending magical realism, emotional storytelling, and a haunting moral dilemma, The Dormant Heart is a story about memory, sacrifice, and the fragile balance between healing others and losing yourself.
Perfect for readers who love character-driven fantasy, cozy settings with dark undertones, and deeply emotional journeys.
