79. The Book of Love by Kelly Link

In this week’s episode, Kayla and Taylor discuss Kelly Link’s 2024 novel The Book of Love. Topics include absinthe, the unique structure of this book, the “unlikeablility” of these magical teenagers, breaking down the ending, all the different types of love, and Hilary Duff. Plus, a brief word on Neil Gaiman. This week’s drink: Necromancer via liquor.comINGREDIENTS:3/4 ounce absinthe 3/4 ounce elderflower liqueur3/4 ounce Lillet blanc1 dash London dry gin3/4 ounce lemon juice, freshly squeezedGarnish: lemon twistINSTRUCTIONS:Add the absinthe, elderflower liqueur, Lillet blanc, dry gin and lemon juice to a shaker with ice and shake until well-chilled.Strain into a coupe glass.Garnish with a lemon twist.Current/recommended reads, links, etc.:Article from liquor.com: 9 Absinthe Cocktails You Need to Try NowSyme’s Letter Writer by Rachel SymeFollow us on Instagram @literatureandlibationspod.Visit our website: literatureandlibationspod.com to submit feedback, questions, or your own takes on what we are reading. You can also see what we are reading for future episodes! You can email us at [email protected] leave us a review and/or rating! It really helps others find our podcast…and it makes us happy!Purchase books via bookshop.org or check them out from your local public library. Join us next time as we read Rebecca by Daphne Du Maurier.