This book reads like it is fiction, and it is crazy to think that it is a true story. I had to keep reminding myself of the fact that this was someone's childhood. I enjoyed this memoir because it doesn't get hung up on unimportant details or isn't a stream of conscience read like other biographies/memoirs I have read. I am so glad that Adrienne was able to reflect on Malabar's needs and although she was still pulled into secrets that inevitably hurt others, I couldn't put this book down! I loved the setting and all of the aspects about cooking. I can almost imagine what the kitchen and cottage smelled like when Malabar was cooking. I love that Adrienne reflected on how kind her stepfather was to her while she was growing up as well! I understand the hype and I am so glad that I read this book!