A review by orchidlilly
The Sweetness at the Bottom of the Pie: A Flavia de Luce Mystery by Alan Bradley

adventurous funny lighthearted mysterious fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.25

An endearing and relatable character for young girls interested in science, plus she solves complex mysteries in a way that is scientifically accurate? Sign me up!

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Content Warnings

Moderate: Panic attacks/disorders, Xenophobia, Injury/Injury detail, Bullying, Blood, Child abuse, Death, Death of parent, Emotional abuse, Mental illness, and Medical content

Minor: Alcohol, Colonisation, Xenophobia, Classism, Medical content, Religious bigotry, Drug use, Grief, Sexism, Suicide, and Racism