Anne

What is the murder mystery version of romantasy? Murderomance? Romurder? Trope city where every one has sex with each other and then beats each other, sometimes to death, and yet it's somehow sexy and funny. If women are going to be killed in horrific ways for fictional podcasts now too I'd at least like a bit of introspective commentary and thought.

4 starts for female friendship and feminist vengeance. It is not particularly eloquent and I think there were a few too many leaps, but I read it in two days and it was fun. I'm glad it had a happy ending. I needed it right now.

I tried to read it as slowly as possible so I could savor it. Incredible. I think RJB is writing the most interesting fantasy told in years. Also, as an uncelebrated public servant quietly toiling in a hard and sometimes bleak job for people who often hate us for existing for some reason. Thanks for making us the heroes, at least in a fantasy setting.

A strange book about the politics of rural France, our connection to the ancient versions of ourselves, and cave-dwelling philosophers. Despite my complete lack of knowledge (and lack of desire for said knowledge) about these subjects, I was drawn in by the author's style and humor and consumed it quickly. I detract one star because I did not consent to know this much about Neanderthals.

I am going to make everything, starting with the mango pie. I like the approachability of this book for American audiences. It's probably too simple for the experienced Indian chef, especially if you've grown up with these recipes. But I find many authentic Indian recipes a little intimidating and sometimes I want to cook Indian for my (Indian) husband! Super excited for the fusion food too. That Mac and cheese? Be still my heart.