Aftertaste
What if you could have one last meal with someone you’ve loved, someone you’ve lost? Combining the magic of Under the Whispering Door with the high-stakes culinary world of Sweetbitter, Aftertaste is an epic love story, a dark comedy, and a synesthetic adventure through food and grief.
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I really enjoyed this book for a mild creepy October read. The concept of having the ability to connect with the after life through a taste is wildly creative and a well written plot. A great blend of curiosity, romance, and thrill. The author gave good twists and flow for a great Fall season read. I wrapped myself for the read from start to finish and left it satisfied.
Daria Lavelle crafts a truly original story that explores grief, connection, and the powerful way food can carry memory and meaning. The emotional notes—especially around missing loved ones—are tender and deeply resonant. With just a touch of fantasy, never overpowering and always balanced, Lavelle creates something quietly magical. The food and meal themes are as rich and satisfying as the story itself—absolutely delicious.
Favorite Quote:
"A recipe could tell you who someone had been, what they had loved, the things that sustained them. It was a way for others to carry them along, to bring them back, to keep them close once they had gone. A way to never really die."
--Daria Lavelle
Favorite Quote:
"A recipe could tell you who someone had been, what they had loved, the things that sustained them. It was a way for others to carry them along, to bring them back, to keep them close once they had gone. A way to never really die."
--Daria Lavelle
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