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The Recipe Box

Viola Shipman
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The Recipe Box

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2018

Book Brief

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Viola Shipman

The Recipe Box

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2018
Book Details
Pages

336

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Romance

Modern Classic Fiction
Setting

Northern Michigan • Contemporary

Theme
Family
Topic
Food
Publication Year

2018

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In The Recipe Box by Viola Shipman, a person named Sam Mullins returns to her family’s orchard in Michigan seeking solace and understanding. Sam discovers cherished family recipes and their histories, leading her to reconnect with her roots and embrace her heritage. The narrative explores themes of family, tradition, and self-discovery.

Nostalgic

Heartwarming

Emotional

Inspirational

Reviews & Readership

4.1

8,687 ratings

69%

Loved it

23%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Recipe Box by Viola Shipman is a heartwarming exploration of family, tradition, and self-discovery, appealing to readers who cherish familial bonds and nostalgic storytelling. Positive reviews highlight its engaging characters and emotional depth. However, some critique its predictability and sentimental tone. Overall, it's a beloved read for fans of heartfelt fiction.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Recipe Box?

A reader who enjoys The Recipe Box by Viola Shipman likely appreciates heartwarming tales of family, tradition, and culinary nostalgia. Fans of novels like The Recipe Club by Andrea Israel and Nancy Garfinkel or Like Water for Chocolate by Laura Esquivel would enjoy its blend of recipes and multigenerational storytelling.

4.1

8,687 ratings

69%

Loved it

23%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

336

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Romance

Modern Classic Fiction
Setting

Northern Michigan • Contemporary

Theme
Family
Topic
Food
Publication Year

2018

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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