First published 1997
The Trevaynes are a close-knit clan, united by their bustling family restaurant. But when a long-buried truth surfaces, their tight-knit bonds begin to fray. As the family grapples with this revelation, they must confront their own fears and desires - and decide whether to continue serving up their signature recipes, or to let the family legacy burn. In the end, they'll learn that the sweet and savory of family life are inextricably linked.
Genres: family, literary-fiction, contemporary, family-drama
Vibes: emotional, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: family-drama, found-family
Setting: Russia
Period: 20th Century
351 pages · Paperback · Penguin Books Australia