Thanks to Netgally and the publisher for an ARC in exchange for an honest review! I've loved every book that Noelle West Ihli has written. This book, tThanks to Netgally and the publisher for an ARC in exchange for an honest review! I've loved every book that Noelle West Ihli has written. This book, though? Hands down, my absolute favorite. Literally didn't want to put it down to eat, sleep, or spend time with my family ...more
Thanks to Netgally and the publisher for an ARC in exchange for an honest review! This book was really cool. The storyline was completely original and Thanks to Netgally and the publisher for an ARC in exchange for an honest review! This book was really cool. The storyline was completely original and very interesting and I loved every second. Kostya gets tastes from people that have passed on. The first time it happens when he is 10 years old, and the aftertaste in the back of his throat reminds him of his father's favorite dish. As he grows older, he continues to get these "aftertastes" throughout his life, and one day he accidentally finds out that by making the food (or drink) that he tastes, he can bring back a ghost for obe last conversation with their lost loved one. This book is great for anyone that has ever worked in a restaurant, anyone that has lost someone they love, and anyone that believes in ghosts. Basically it's for everyone. Just read it, you won't regret it!...more
Thanks to Netgally and the publisher for an advanced copy of the audio book in exchange for an honest review! Let me start by saying this is definitelyThanks to Netgally and the publisher for an advanced copy of the audio book in exchange for an honest review! Let me start by saying this is definitely one of those books that is 100% better on audio. The narrator did such an excellent job capturing the essence of Denny's character and personality, and I thoroughly enjoyed experiencing this on audio. Denny's story is poignant, but i also found myself laughing out loud several times throughout the book. Denny's literal interpretation of life is both sweet and hilarious. I really enjoyed reading Denny's story and I was rooting for him from the beginning of the book. I loved the little bit of mystery throughout the story (I won't specify what I'm referring to in order to avoid any spoilers). I loved George and Nana Jo. I'm still on the fence about Angus, but I think he means we'll. All In all, this was a great book. A little repetitive at times, but the repetition is necessary because it's Denny's point of view and that's his personality. I definitely think you should listen to this audio book!...more