Sugar and Rum

Exploring themes of creativity and redemption, the narrative follows Benson, a struggling writer teaching creative writing while grappling with his stalled novel on Liverpool's slave trade. His interactions with a troubled group of students and two old army friends—a homeless man and a wealthy entrepreneur—ignite his imagination. As he attempts to confront past traumas, he devises a risky plan that could lead to unexpected consequences. The novel delves into the complexities of urban life, revealing deep emotional and social undercurrents.