A review by bookishcraftyme
Arsenic and Adobo, by Mia P. Manansala
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
Overall, it's a fun culinary cozy mystery. I would recommend this to people who want to know more about Filipino culture and to those who are looking for a murder mystery sans the stressful violence and anxiety that accompany this genre.
Moderate: Murder, Drug abuse, Body shaming, Bullying, Death, Fatphobia, Police brutality, and Toxic relationship