A deadly feast, a mobster restaurant and a family get-together with fatal results.
Savour the spicy tang of dark and twisted tales in Pass the Cyanide, a follow-up to the award-winning collection of culinary mysteries, Add Cyanide to Taste.
From an old friend hiding a deadly secret to a ravenous house with an appetite for friends, Špiljak masterfully blends the allure of food and the thrill of mystery. Each story is a rich and satisfying serving of crime, with a twist that will leave you wanting more.
A must-read for fans of culinary noir and foodies who love a pinch of danger with their suspense. All recipes included are cyanide-free.
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Author Bio
Karmen Špiljak is a Slovenian-Belgian writer of suspense, horror and speculative fiction.Her short fiction has been awarded and anthologised. Her short story collection, Add Cyanide to Taste, won the 2022 IndieReader Discovery award for best short stories/Fiction. She lives in Belgrade with her husband, two mischievous cats and an undefined number of literary characters.
Find out more on www.karmenspiljak.com
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Why Should You Read This?
Karmen Špiljak returns with another tantalizing collection of culinary mysteries in “Pass the Cyanide,” a follow-up to her award-winning “Add Cyanide to Taste.” This collection offers readers a savory blend of suspense, gastronomic allure, and unexpected twists that will leave them craving more.
The stories in “Pass the Cyanide” invite readers into a world where the culinary arts intersect with the macabre. From an old friend harboring a deadly secret to a mobster-run restaurant with a sinister agenda, Špiljak skillfully weaves together the delicious and the dangerous. Each tale is a flavorful serving of crime, with a twist that is both surprising and satisfying.
One of the strengths of Špiljak’s writing lies in her ability to create an immersive atmosphere. Whether it’s the ambiance of a mobster-infested eatery or the hidden secrets within a seemingly ordinary family gathering, the author masterfully captures the essence of each setting. The result is a collection that not only stimulates the taste buds but also engages the imagination.
The characters in “Pass the Cyanide” are as diverse as the dishes described within its pages. Špiljak introduces readers to a cast of intriguing personalities, each with their own motives and secrets. The narratives skillfully peel back the layers of these characters, revealing hidden depths and adding a layer of complexity to the mysteries.
Špiljak’s storytelling is crisp and compelling, with a pacing that keeps the reader hooked from the first bite to the last. The twists and turns in each story are expertly executed, leaving readers guessing until the final reveal. The author’s ability to blend the culinary world with the suspense genre is a testament to her creativity and skill as a storyteller.
For fans of culinary noir and those who enjoy a dash of danger with their suspense, “Pass the Cyanide” is a must-read. Špiljak not only serves up a banquet of crime and mystery but also includes a touch of dark humor that adds an extra layer of enjoyment. The inclusion of cyanide-free recipes at the end of each story is a delightful touch, allowing readers to recreate the culinary experiences without the risk.
In conclusion, “Pass the Cyanide” is a delectable exploration of the intersection between the culinary and the criminal. Karmen Špiljak’s storytelling prowess, coupled with the unique blend of flavors in each tale, makes this collection a standout in the genre. For those with an appetite for dark and twisted mysteries, “Pass the Cyanide” is a literary feast not to be missed.
