Food for the Gods, by Karen Dudley
Anyone who takes a good look at me will quickly realize that I'm not afraid to enjoy a meal, especially now that I'm pregnant. My grandmothers were exceptional cooks and bakers, so I was lucky to learn firsthand how a little bit of love, the right ingredients, and mixing things until it looks right can make for a fabulous dish. Consequently, I love culinary mysteries, especially if recipes are included. When I was asked to read, "Food for the Gods," by Karen Dudley, I was told it was a culinary mystery taking place in ancient Greece. My first thought was, Oh, hell yes. I'm very glad I said yes. The world-building was effective and unobtrusive. The characters were interesting and diverse, and the dialogue was pithy and sarcastic. One would think that ancient Greek characters with British/Cockney accents would be a bit odd, but in the context of the book, it made social classes immediately clear. Thanks, Karen, for a fantastic read. I fell i...