About the Book You can tell a lot about a person from what they like to eat...England in 1932 is in the grip of the Great Depression. Stella Douglas, author of a much-loved but not very successful biography, is a bit depressed herself hes summoned to see her editor in London, she expects her writing career is over before its even started. But much to her surprise, she is being commissioned to write a history of English food. Its to be quintessentially English and intended to lift the sprits of the nation. Theres just one problem: a lot of English food is actually quite terrible (and anything good is usually imported from elsewhere). So Stella travels across England in hopes of discovering a hidden culinary gem. What she discovers is oatcakes and gravy and lots and lots of potatoes. But when her car breaks down midjourney and the dashing and charismatic antiques dealer Freddie springs to her rescue, she is led in a very different direction . . . Book Synopsis Buttery passages are slathered with food imagery, and Scott conjures markets, pantries, and laden tables you wont want to leave. A sweet treat of a book. -- Kirkus Reviews With delectable prose, a sharp heroine ahead of her time, and an adventure across the English countryside in search of great food, Good Taste is the perfect historical novel for fans of Dear Mrs. Bird and The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society . You can tell a lot about a person from what they like to eat... England in 1932 is in the grip of the Great Depression. Stella Douglas, author of a much-loved but not very successful biography, is a bit depressed herself. When shes summoned to see her editor in London, she expects her writing career is over before its even started. But much to her surprise, she is being commissioned to write a history of English food. Its to be quintessentially English and intended to lift the sprits of the nation. Theres just one problem: a lot of English food is actually quite terrible (and anything good is usually imported from elsewhere). So Stella travels across England in hopes of discovering a hidden culinary gem. What she discovers is oatcakes and gravy and lots and lots of potatoes. But when her car breaks down midjourney and the dashing and charismatic antiques dealer Freddie springs to her rescue, she is led in a very different direction . . . Full of wit, life, and--against all odds--delicious food, Good Taste is a story of discovery and one womans desire to make her own way as a modern woman. Lively, poignant, witty and beautifully written, and all driven by a wonderful character in Stella Douglas, I couldnt stop turning the pages. -- Hazel Gaynor, New York Times bestselling author of The Last Lifeboat Review Quotes Stella is an endearing protagonist, and Scotts sentences fly by, with great descriptions of foods and places. Devour this one during a rainy weekend, ideally paired with several cups of tea and maybe some oatcakes. -- Eater Buttery passages are slathered with food imagery, and Scott conjures markets, pantries, and laden tables you wont want to leave. A sweet treat of a book. -- Kirkus Reviews Scott takes readers on a journey of professional and personal discovery, making the novel an excellent pick for those who enjoy explorations of womens independence. -- Library Journal [L]ighthearted and charming...This is an easygoing historical novel about a young woman coming into her own. -- Booklist Wonderful on nostalgia, doing things your own way and maintaining faith. I raced through it. -- Daily Mail (UK) on Good Taste A fascinating, immersive, and delicious treat of a book. -- heat (Book of the Week) (UK) on Good Taste British historian Scotts first novel is a beautifully evocative reminder of what it means to come back from war and to face the age-old question of whether it is better to have survived or to have died. Highly recommended. -- Library Journal (starred review) on The Poppy Wife A dazzling intersection of romance and historical fiction. -- Popsugar on The Poppy Wife Scotts bold novel, inspired by her own family history, is instantly appealing for historical fiction fans. But the timeless story of love, loyalty, and honor will have appeal for readers of all interests. -- Publishers Weekly on The Poppy Wife