Delicious!
Delicious!
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2014
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
New York • Contemporary
2014
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In Delicious! by Ruth Reichl, a young woman named Billie Breslin moves to New York City to work at a food magazine. She discovers a hidden library at the magazine's office, uncovering letters from World War II, leading her on a journey to unravel mysteries about the past, food, and herself.
Nostalgic
Heartwarming
Inspirational
Emotional
Playful
Reviews & Readership
41,222 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
Review Roundup
Ruth Reichl's novel, Delicious!, enchants with its vibrant portrayal of food and New York’s culinary scene. Readers praise its engaging narrative and charming characters. However, some find the plot predictable and the prose occasionally indulgent. Despite minor flaws, the book delivers a sensory feast for food lovers and nostalgic city dwellers.
Who Should Read Delicious!?
A reader who delights in Delicious! by Ruth Reichl likely enjoys culinary adventures, engaging narratives, and historical intrigue. Similar readers might savor Like Water for Chocolate or Chocolat, as they blend food, culture, and emotion into captivating stories.
41,222 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
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Novel • Fiction
New York • Contemporary
2014
Adult
18+ years
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