bookletting

Despite the tragedy throughout, this is easily one of the best audiobooks I've listened to in some time. Full of quirky, multidimensional and extremely funny characters. Found family (intergenerational). Road trip.

The story (30-something bookworm loses loving husband to cancer; he arranges for her to receive books, one each month, for a year after he dies with the goal/hope of helping her move on from the loss.) is well told and filled with kind characters. What I most appreciate is the way it deals with loss, grief and recovery. It is also full of shoutouts to other books and authors.

Loverly book, full of longing and tenderness.

Opening line is one I've never forgotten: "It was her idea to tie up the nun."

Food & fame, family & friends, f*ckups & forgiveness. Good story of overcoming past mistakes, recovery from addiction, and the ins & outs of the kitchen and becoming a chef. Audio is very enjoyable.