Feast

Set in nineteenth-century France, this captivating novel follows Minha, a young woman with a remarkable sense of taste and a mixed-race background, who finds herself working as a poison taster at a château. As she navigates a world filled with secrets, suspicion, and danger, she uncovers unexpected connections and must decide whether to flee or stand her ground. Rich in themes of race, love, and resilience, the story offers a vividly written debut full of intrigue and allure.