From the Bookshelf of Only A Book Apart…

[close] Mexico in the turn of the 20th century… the struggle to pursue true love and claim independence is woven in with the preparation and consumption of some very important recipes listed in the novel as well. Beyond the Shakesperean -ness of this drama, maybe even Greek tragedy typed novel, it is praised as one of the most influential books by a Mexican author. Certainly it will look at some of the parting wisdom different women in our lives offer, and how we shape our own paths influenced by certain ideas, customs, cultures, and yes, foods.