Natalie Tan’s Book of Luck & Fortune
“Sprinkled with real recipes and hints of magic realism throughout, this tale of homecoming makes for a light bite to satiate yourself with.”
—Vogue (HK)
“Lim serves up love, loss, heritage, and hints of the supernatural on a silver platter in this magical and mouthwatering debut. . . . This eminently filmable tale of finding one’s own path while honoring one’s history is delicious and spellbinding.”
—Publishers Weekly (starred review)
“Vivid and lyrical with a touch of magic. Natalie Tan’s Book of Luck & Fortune explores culture, community, and the complex love between mothers and daughters, leaving your heart full . . . and your belly hungry. I absolutely loved it.”
—Helen Hoang, author of The Kiss Quotient
“Natalie Tan’s Book of Luck & Fortune is for every reader who likes a side of magic with their foodie fiction. You’ll want to move into the Chinatown neighborhood for the mouthwatering dumplings and the charming, eclectic neighbors. Exquisitely written, [this book by] Roselle Lim sifts through the complicated relationships between mothers and daughters, the freedom in unraveling family secrets, and the power of resilience.”
—Amy E. Reichert, author of The Coincidence of Coconut Cake
and The Optimist’s Guide to Letting Go
“Roselle Lim serves up a feast for the senses and the heart with this magical tale of love, loss, and redemption in San Francisco’s Chinatown. Filled with luscious, mouthwatering recipes, Natalie Tan’s Book of Luck & Fortune explores the hidden ties of family, mental illness, and desires lost and found, through the delectably transformative power of food. I had to stop myself from running out to buy juicy roast pork, plump crispy dumplings, and sweet pea sprouts!”
—Yangsze Choo, New York Times bestselling author of The Ghost Bride and The Night Tiger
“Natalie Tan’s Book of Luck & Fortune is a magical feast for the mind, the heart, and the senses. With mouthwatering prose, crystallized characters, and a healthy dash of magic, Lim has created the perfect recipe for a truly delicious page-turner. I devoured this book. Sign me up for seconds!”
—Samantha Vérant, author of How to Make a French Family
“What a treat! Reminiscent of Joanne Harris’s bestselling novel Chocolat, Natalie Tan’s Book of Luck & Fortune is heaped with heart and topped with the sweetest sprinkle of magic, creating a literary and culinary feast. Infused with ancient traditions and tantalizing recipes, [this book by] Roselle Lim cooks up a mouthwatering tale that’s sure to delight!”
—Lori Nelson Spielman, New York Times bestselling author of
The Life List
“Loss, homecoming, romance, recipes, and magic mingle in this debut novel. . . . The book is distinguished by the love Lim shows the neighborhood, the characters, and the food.”
—Kirkus Reviews
“For those beachgoers who love the magic of summertime and new beginnings, there is a book coming out soon that is simply meant for you—Roselle Lim’s Natalie Tan’s Book of Luck & Fortune.”
—Elite Daily
“Summer beckons a reading list that is as light, fun, and feel-good as the season itself. Roselle Lim’s Natalie Tan’s Book of Luck & Fortune definitely fits that need. . . . Lim’s magical storytelling, excellent cast of supporting characters, and mouthwatering recipes make this book a must for your summer reading list.”
—BookPage
“A smashing debut that will leave readers hungry for more.”
—Fresh Fiction
“When you read this book, you can feel the love of culture and food within its pages. More importantly, you can see how entangled food, culture, and family can become. It’s a book about how food can bring people together, but also drive them apart. Filled with lush, lyrical writing, Natalie Tan’s Book of Luck & Fortune is the kind of book that’ll fill you with warmth, and make you extremely hungry.”
—Book Riot