Everyone’s Talking About… Butter

The addictive literary sensation that’s impossible to put down

Every so often, a book sweeps through the literary world and leaves readers in its wake, hungry for more. Butter by Asako Yuzuki — brilliantly translated by Polly Barton — is one of those books.

Inspired by a chilling true case, Butter blends crime, obsession, and food into a story that simmers with tension. It follows a journalist drawn into a dangerous correspondence with a woman accused of murder, beginning with a request for a recipe and spiralling into a web of secrets and manipulation.

If you’re after something rich, layered, and utterly unforgettable, this is your next read.

📖 Why you’ll love it:

•              A dark, slow-burn psychological mystery.

•              Lush food writing that almost demands you read with a snack nearby.

•              A portrait of two women whose hunger — for food, power, or connection — refuses to be tamed.

"A full-fat, Michelin-starred treat." – The Sunday Times

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