Finger Lickin’ Dead

Finger Lickin’ Dead by Riley Adams is a mystery novel published by National Geographic Books on June 7, 2011. This first edition spans 272 pages and is written in English. The story revolves around Lulu Taylor and her customers, who are outraged when an anonymous food critic, known as Eppie Currian, disparages several local restaurants, including Aunt Pat’s. Tensions rise when it is revealed that Eppie is the pen name of Evelyn’s cheating boyfriend, leading to a dramatic turn of events when Eppie receives his own fatal review.

Readers will find a narrative filled with intrigue as the investigation unfolds, revealing a long list of suspects tied to the local dining scene. The plot intricately weaves elements of mystery and detective fiction, as Lulu and her community navigate the fallout from the critic’s harsh words. With a backdrop of Memphis’s culinary landscape, the story explores themes of betrayal and revenge, all while keeping readers engaged in the unfolding drama surrounding the food critic’s demise.