April’s featured novels serve up a delicious literary escape. At a mid-century London dinner party, Babycham, prawn cocktails, and Black Forest cake set the scene for a hostess determined to impress. A story of female friendship that spans decades pairs with a delicate pavlova—a reminder that while reputations may be as fragile as meringue, true friendship cracks but never breaks. And in Greenwich Village at the dawn of the 1970s, a young woman and her friends navigate independence, love, and activism over slices of New York pizza, fondue nights, and cappuccinos at sidewalk cafés.
And enjoy a new club menu from the author of The Ride of Her Life and a new book suggestion from our GalleyMatch book clubs.
In 1960s London, the promise of healing gives way to psychological control in a chilling novel about power, trust, and manipulation inside the therapist’s office.
Novel Noshes: Ask the Author
Authors Share Book-Inspired Fare
Thanks to author Elizabeth Letts who recently shared a book club menu for our readers.
From Elizabeth Letts: "Annie’s Meal at the Highland Hotel included these recipes for Mock Turtle Soup and 1950s-style Jell-O dessert, along with roast beef and potatoes, warm rolls and butter, asparagus tips with Hollandaise sauce, and a velvety custard for dessert. Also, see recipes for Saddle Tramp Shooters. Camping-Out Billionaire’s Franks & Beans, Healthy Horse Treats, and Apple Pretzels for Dogs.”
