This was a quick, cute, charming read that also packs a lot of emotional moments. Ben is a character who thinks he knows what he wants after college, but has really only been following the dreams his parents have for him. When he starts cooking for The Conchon Dore, he begins to feel his own freedom of choice. He is able to really dive into his love for food and cooking, which he had dismissed as a hobby. He places his desires and dreams first.
This is also a book about both the power of good friendship and sometimes the claustrophobia of longtime friendship. He has support from his friends, but because he is not truthful with them, or himself, about his love for this new job, they do not understand why he is spending so much time there and not with them. However, like good friends, they talk and work out their issues, making their friendship stronger. The art style is reminiscent of mangas, specifically boys love mangas. This gives the story a softer, more heartfelt and emotional resonance. The characters are realistic, while also having funny or strange back stories (the relationship between the pig, Watson, and Chef in particular). The stylization adds to the romance blossoming between Ben and Sous Chef Liam. There were moments I found sort of dragged on, for example Liz's yoga class. I understood its importance in calming Ben's mind and helping to make a vital decision, but it could also have been shorter (felt a little like filler). Overall, this was a sweet book about finding one's self and enjoying the freedom to be your own person. It is about fighting familial expectations and voicing your own dreams and desires even when you are scared to do so. It is a book about found family and friendships that help an individual to grow and thrive. It is a book about many different kinds of love and how love is the perfect ingredient for life. Thank you so much to Oni Press and Netgalley for gifting me a copy of the ebook in exchange for an honest review.
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