Wednesday, June 18, 2014

Delicious by Ruth Reichl


Recipes, libraries, letters, books, food, authentic Italian butcher and cheese shops, aromas you can smell through the pages, and marvelous characters. What more can a reader ask for?

DELICIOUS is a reader's and a cook's paradise. DELICIOUS is one wonderful page of words after another.

The magic never stopped as Ms. Reichl introduced the reader to her believable, lovable characters and to mouthwatering food. Billie and every single character will steal your heart. The characters just had something that pulled you in.

When Billie finds letters in the library of a now defunct magazine company that were sent to a famous chef, Mr. Beard, from 13-year old Lulu during WWII, the book continues with the same mood of enjoying life, enjoying food, and discovering oneself.  If you love old buildings from the 1800's, you will be in for another surprise.

These letters became the basis of DELICIOUS and also created a mystery about who Lulu was. The letters were used by a librarian as a fun game of finding clues that were very cleverly hidden and ones that led to the next clue...was the game ever over? If Lulu were still alive, Billie knew what a wonderful treat it would be to meet her.

If you want to be entertained and have your taste buds taken to the highest level, be sure to read DELICIOUS.  You will also have the pleasure of learning how to face hidden fears in your life and share your life with those you should share it with. 

DELICIOUS is unlike any book I have read.  It grabs hold of you and takes you along for a "delicious" adventure and a very pleasurable reading ride.  

Don't miss reading DELICIOUS.  It is a beautiful, delightful book.​
 
My rating of DELICIOUS is a taste tempting, entertaining, and loving 5/5.

I received this book free of charge and without compensation from the publisher in return for an honest review.

Did you read DELICIOUS and LOVE it?  

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20 comments:

  1. Kathryn TJune 18, 2014 at 1:24 AM

    This certainly sounds like a very good read so will add to my TBR wishlist, possibly might get as a paperback rather than an e book. Thanks for a great review.

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  2. ElizabethJune 18, 2014 at 6:45 AM

    You will love the book, Kathryn.

    It is food and history all wrapped up in one.

    THANKS so much for stopping.

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  3. bermudaonionJune 18, 2014 at 7:41 AM

    I listened to this book and thought it was terrific!

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  4. ElizabethJune 18, 2014 at 7:53 AM

    I bet it was great in audio.

    Thanks for stopping, Kathy.

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  5. Katherine PJune 18, 2014 at 11:08 AM

    I've been hesitant about reading this book because I loved 2 of her nonfiction books and was worried how her style would translate. This sounds like a great book though. I will definitely have to add this to my wishlist! Thanks for sharing!

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  6. ElizabethJune 18, 2014 at 11:13 AM

    I think you will LOVE it.

    It flowed so nicely and had a great storyline.

    THANKS for stopping, Katherine.

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  7. Judy KruegerJune 18, 2014 at 11:29 AM

    Great review. I really enjoyed her memoir and was wondering how she would do with fiction. Sounds like a winner. Thanks!

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  8. ElizabethJune 18, 2014 at 4:47 PM

    Thanks, Judy. I am glad you enjoyed my review. So nice to hear.

    It was a winner. Amazing read.

    THANKS for stopping, Judy.

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  9. Jennifer PerryJune 18, 2014 at 9:26 PM

    Elizabeth! So glad to read your review of "Delicious." I've been a Ruth Reichl fan for eight years now and was delighted to attend the Author's Tea at BEA14 where she spoke.
    I'm holding my audiobook of "Delicious" for a road trip next week.

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  10. ElizabethJune 18, 2014 at 9:37 PM

    You will love it, Jennifer. Your road trip will be more pleasant.

    I bet the tea was amazing. How did I miss all these events at the BEA? :)

    THANKS so much for stopping.

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  11. TeresaJune 18, 2014 at 11:12 PM

    I've enjoyed Reichl's nonfiction books about her own life. This one sounds interesting, so I think I'll give it a try, too. Thanks.

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  12. Laura at Library of Clean ReadsJune 20, 2014 at 9:40 PM

    Definitely putting this one on my TBR list. Books with food in it are so attractive to me.

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  13. ElizabethJune 21, 2014 at 9:48 AM

    And...the Italian characters are the best. :)

    You will LOVE the book. I was sad when it ended.

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  14. Leila @ Readers' OasisJune 21, 2014 at 9:54 PM

    It sounds very interesting! Maybe a good audiobook for me for later in the summer.

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  15. ElizabethJune 21, 2014 at 9:57 PM

    You will love it, Leila.

    I hope you get to read Delicious or listen to it.

    Thanks for stopping.

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  16. ElizabethJune 21, 2014 at 10:25 PM

    You will love it, Teresa. I just know it. :)

    THANKS for stopping.

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  17. JoAnnJune 23, 2014 at 10:09 AM

    This sounds like a book I would love! Was disappointed to see that the latest Bookmarks magazine gave it such a low rating.

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  18. Sarah (Sarah's Book Shelves)July 9, 2014 at 6:25 PM

    I've heard great things about this one. I'm thinking about making it my first Audio book for half marathon training...is that incredibly stupid to listen to a food book while running long distances??

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  19. ElizabethJuly 22, 2014 at 9:06 PM

    Not at all, Sarah.

    Listening to Food Books can be done anywhere. :)

    THANKS for stopping.

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  20. ElizabethJuly 22, 2014 at 9:07 PM

    I am surprised Delicious received a low rating.

    I loved this book.

    They must have tough reviewers. :)

    THANKS for stopping.

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