Sweet Death: A NovelTold with dazzling narrative brilliance and the haunting power of an impassioned soliloquy, an astonishing parable of a woman's obsession of sweets and delicacies is seen. A novel of heartstopping intensity, black humor and passion not easily forgotten. |
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... Gourmandise , I sampled a blackcurrant tart that was truly exceptional . Delicate , rich , flaky crust , covered with a thick cream custard and fresh fruit , as big and juicy as cherries . A dribble of cassis liqueur poured over the ...
... Gourmandise , I sampled a blackcurrant tart that was truly exceptional . Delicate , rich , flaky crust , covered with a thick cream custard and fresh fruit , as big and juicy as cherries . A dribble of cassis liqueur poured over the ...
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... Gourmandise . He'll drink coffee and smoke strong - smelling cigarettes of blond tobacco . The nauseating spectacle of my greedy prowess will unfold before him . Profi- teroles , banana splits overflowing with whipped cream , spongy ...
... Gourmandise . He'll drink coffee and smoke strong - smelling cigarettes of blond tobacco . The nauseating spectacle of my greedy prowess will unfold before him . Profi- teroles , banana splits overflowing with whipped cream , spongy ...
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... Gourmandise has been equal to understanding me , and has shared her favorite addresses . Despite being hopelessly thin , she's a real sugar fanatic . Thanks to her I was able to appreciate the extravagant Pillars of Hercules served in a ...
... Gourmandise has been equal to understanding me , and has shared her favorite addresses . Despite being hopelessly thin , she's a real sugar fanatic . Thanks to her I was able to appreciate the extravagant Pillars of Hercules served in a ...
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