Love in the Time of Cholera by Gabriel Garcia Marquez

Love in the Time of Cholera tells the story of Florentino Ariza and Fermina Daza, whose paths cross in their youth but diverge as Fermina marries a wealthy and established man. Over the decades, Florentino remains devoted to Fermina, pursuing a life filled with romantic entanglements while waiting for an opportunity to rekindle their love. The novel explores themes of love, aging, and the complexities of human relationships against the backdrop of a Caribbean town.