50 pages 1 hour read

Stephanie Danler

Sweetbitter

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2016

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Reviews & Readership

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Review Roundup

Stephanie Danler's Sweetbitter captures the raw, intoxicating experience of New York City restaurant life through the eyes of a young protagonist. Praised for its lush prose and vivid sensory detail, the novel's charm is occasionally undercut by a meandering plot and a somewhat unsympathetic main character. Overall, it's a compelling debut with a strong sense of place.

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Who Should Read Sweetbitter?

Sweetbitter by Stephanie Danler is perfect for readers who thrive on character-driven narratives set in bustling cityscapes, with a sharp focus on the complexities of young adulthood and the service industry. Fans of Kitchen Confidential by Anthony Bourdain and The Goldfinch by Donna Tartt will find much to savor.

Recommended

Reading Age

18+years

Book Details

Topics
Food
Genre
Romance
Coming of Age / Bildungsroman
Modern Classic Fiction
Themes
Identity: Sexuality
Life/Time: Coming of Age
Identity: Mental Health