'Vivid, amusing and immensely enjoyable . . . A triumph' Alexander McCall SmithMeet Tannie Maria: A woman who likes to cook a lot and write a little. Tannie Maria writes recipes for a column in her local paper, the Klein Karoo Gazette. One Sunday morning, as Maria savours the breeze through the kitchen window whilst making apricot jam, she hears the screech and bump that announces the arrival of her good friend and editor Harriet. What Maria doesn't realise is that Harriet is about to deliver the first ingredient in two new recipes (recipes for love and murder) and a whole basketful of challenges. A delicious blend of intrigue, milk tart and friendship, join Tannie Maria in her first investigation. Consider your appetite whetted for a whole new series of mysteries . . .
Sally Andrew Books
Sally Andrew lives in a mud-brick house on a nature reserve in South Africa's Klein Karoo. After decades as a social and environmental activist, she transitioned to writing full-time. Her literary work often delves into the intricacies of human psychology, exploring complex relationships and societal issues. Andrew crafts her narratives with remarkable empathy and keen observation, offering readers compelling and thought-provoking stories.
Meet Tannie Maria - recipe writer turned crime fighter - and before she has time to take her Venus Chocolate Cake out of the oven, our glorious heroine finds herself embroiled in another mystery. In this wonderful sequel to Recipes for Love and Murder, Slimkat the bushman finds his life under threat and Tannie Maria is determined to find out who wants to kill him. But her boyfriend is keen to keep Tannie out of danger, and she's pretty sure he's hiding something so Tannie has mysteries of her own solve . . . Blending a perfect whodunnit with lovable characters, Sally Andrew really does have the perfect recipe for a crime series.
This book has been adapted into an Acorn Original TV series featuring a talented cast, including Maria Doyle Kennedy, Kylie Fisher, and Tony Kgoroge. The story delves into compelling themes and rich character development, capturing the essence of its narrative in a way that resonates with viewers. The adaptation promises to bring the original material to life, showcasing the unique elements that made the book a captivating read.