Genre: Literary Fiction, Japanese Literature
Synopsis: Rika Machida is a journalist investigating Manako Kajii, a gourmet cook convicted of killing men with her cooking. As Rika becomes obsessed with understanding Kajii, she is drawn into a world of rich, indulgent food, challenging societal pressures and beauty standards in Japan.
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