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The Raw Scent of Vanilla
The Raw Scent of Vanilla | Emilia Bresciani
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"Few books are written at such a pitch of emotion as this one or in a language that is so unabashedly sensual and romantic" Weekend Australian A true story of hope and courage spanning four generations, The Raw Scent of Vanilla is born from the storytelling traditions of the lush and fertile Peruvian Amazon. It follows the highs and lows of the Bresciani-Lujan family, whose women turn to the wisdom of nature to solve their problems. They take counsel with the wise Pink Dolphin of the Amazon, ask the river for advice, and follow the profound messages of their dreams. But when tragedy hits hard and a mystical Blue Cat announces death, their wisdom persuades them to seek other spiritual routes. Decades later, in another land, Emilia Bresciani must face her own tragedies. She turns to the wisdom of her ancestors for guidance. After becoming a successful journalist she was looking forward to starting a new family with her husband until her life was shattered by his murder in mysterious circumstances. In a horrifying downward spiral, she found herself not only a widow, but also the only suspect in his murder. This compelling book is a blend of wit and sadness, courage and adversity, and the vanilla and cinnamon scents of Latin America. A sensual feast of vibrant colours, rich aromas, magic and passion, it is the story of a woman's spiritual journey to find her true self.
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GlassAsDiamonds
GlassAsDiamonds
The Raw Scent of Vanilla | Emilia Bresciani
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1). The tagged & Smartest Guys in the Room, the Enron “report”. Both brilliant though widely different genres
2). Avengers EndGame II. Not bad at all.
3). Black Cherries 🤤♥️🤤
4). 8 (ooops. Had to edit, forgot a few 😂🤦🏻‍♀️😂)
5). Off to do so now!!

#friyayintro @howjessreads

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MrBook
MrBook
The Raw Scent of Vanilla | Emilia Bresciani
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1. Both equally—I cannot go a spell without each making an appearance.
2. The tagged book is absolutely wonderful and engaging!
3. Chemistry. Just never got a hankering for it.
4. The Victorian Period.
5. @ilyssa.g @Bookyonce @GrilledCheeseSamurai @ReadingRover @Rachel.Rencher @RadicalReader @catebutler @CareBear @BookBabe @Branwen @Sharpeipup

Tagged by the spectacularly incredible @MolliesaurusRex ! 🤗

#frideas @SailorMoon

catebutler I agree with you on #1 and #4! Thank you for the tag! 🤗 6y
Sharpeipup Agree on time period! 6y
SailorMoon Thanks for playing!!! 💕🤟🏻🌙 6y
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GlassAsDiamonds
GlassAsDiamonds
The Raw Scent of Vanilla | Emilia Bresciani
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Only 5 was tough!!!

1) The Raw Scent of Vanilla, Emilia Bresciani. First book I never wanted to finish, it was so good.

2) Death by Wicket, Kerry Greenwood. I re-read it when I‘m homesick & it‘s both close enough and far away enough (set in the 1920‘s) to help.

3) The Secret Garden, F. Hodgson Burnett

4). Kushiel‘s Dart, Jacqueline Carey.

5). Encyclopaedia of an Ordinary Life, Amy Krouse Rosenthal.

#SundayFunday

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sebrittainclark ❤❤❤ 6y
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MrBook
MrBook
The Raw Scent of Vanilla | Emilia Bresciani
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Here's the second pick 😁👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻!!! Thank you, @GlassAsDiamonds for this one, I'm eager to read it in February. 😊 #LittenPicksTBR

tagged users iconBookBabe, Rachel.Rencher, Lucas.Rencher
GlassAsDiamonds 😱😱😱😱 OMG!!! This has made my day (and it‘s only midday here!!!!). I *rave* about this book and so few people know about it!!! (Now I‘m going to be nervous for the whole of Feb hoping you like it!!!). Ha!!!! 🎉🎉🎉🎉😊😊😊😊 Have Vanilla tea ready, I craved it while reading. Cant stop smiling 😊😊😊 7y
BookBabe @GlassAsDiamonds that‘s awesome! 😊 Thanks for the tea tip! 😁👌🏻 7y
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GlassAsDiamonds
GlassAsDiamonds
The Raw Scent of Vanilla | Emilia Bresciani
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I was asked to recommend a book tonight and cannot believe that I did not make *this* my first review on Litsy. If I could only read one book ever again (oh, the HORROR!!!), it would be this one. Over and over again. Magical Realism applied to memoir, this book reaches from South America to Australia. The language is breathtaking and the story is immediately captivating. Make sure you have vanilla on hand, this book will make you crave it. ❤️

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