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Feb 22, 2016
This is such a great book! And listening to it is definitely the way to go. Narrated by alternating voices, Kitchens starts us out with the tale of Lars, a cook with a palate that unfortunately can't save his marriage. But he passes it down to his daughter, who, as we see her in different stages of life, develops more and more skill with food and flavors. The supporting characters help give the book its charm, as we don't always get to see Eva from her point of view. But the food--itself a supporting, if not secondary leading, character--always sounds wonderful, so don't listen hungry. Or if you do, be prepared to try out some of the recipes you'll come across. Sure, it's kind of strange. But that's what makes it so great.