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The Restaurant Critic's Wife

Elizabeth LaBan
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The Restaurant Critic's Wife

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2016

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Elizabeth LaBan

The Restaurant Critic's Wife

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2016
Book Details
Pages

316

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania • Contemporary

Theme
Topic
Publication Year

2016

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In The Restaurant Critic's Wife by Elizabeth LaBan, a woman adjusts to her new life as the spouse of a secretive restaurant critic. She navigates the challenges of motherhood, personal identity, and the complexities of supporting her husband’s clandestine profession while striving to maintain her own career and individuality within the unpredictable dynamics of their unconventional family life.

Humorous

Emotional

Romantic

Bittersweet

Contemplative

Reviews & Readership

3.6

8,360 ratings

54%

Loved it

31%

Mixed feelings

16%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Restaurant Critic's Wife by Elizabeth LaBan is a charming exploration of balancing personal identity and family life. The novel captivates with its witty, relatable protagonist and vivid depiction of New Orleans. Some critics find the plot predictable and character development lacking depth. Overall, it's an engaging, light read that resonates with those juggling family responsibilities.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Restaurant Critic's Wife?

A reader who enjoys The Restaurant Critic's Wife by Elizabeth LaBan likely appreciates humorous, character-driven narratives exploring marriage, identity, and family dynamics. Fans of Where'd You Go, Bernadette by Maria Semple or The Rosie Project by Graeme Simsion may find similar enjoyment.

3.6

8,360 ratings

54%

Loved it

31%

Mixed feelings

16%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

316

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania • Contemporary

Theme
Topic
Publication Year

2016

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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