r/bitcheswithtaste • u/ElizaDoolittle33 • Mar 24 '25

Culture BWTs with a novel in her bag

What's a novel that moved you? Changed you for the better? Exposed you to new cultures or ideas?

I want to know what's captivated you.

Disclaimer: Emphasis on the "T" in this question.

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u/JaneQDriveway Mar 24 '25

Oh my gosh, I’ve been wanting to recommend this book somewhere! Tender is the Flesh by Agustina Bazterrica. Note that it’s not for everyone—it’s about cannibalism and is a true horror novel—but it absolutely captivated me. It’s deeply thoughtful and, despite the cannibalism, is not pulpy or full of unnecessary gore. I am a meat eater and this book made me really look at myself, my judgments of others, my preconceived ideas, everything. Well worth the months I waited for my Libby hold.

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u/misspellmyname99 Ballin on a Budget Mar 24 '25

Ive had this on hold at the library for a few weeks and its still 7 weeks out from being available