The Mistress of Spices
by Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni
The Mistress of Spices by Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni holds a mixed reviews rating of 3.48 out of 5, based on 9.3K reader ratings. First published in 1997. The book spans 338 pages.
About The Mistress of Spices
Magical, tantalizing, and sensual, The Mistress of Spices is the story of Tilo, a young woman born in another time, in a faraway place, who is trained in the ancient art of spices and ordained as a mistress charged with special powers. Once fully initiated in a rite of fire, the now immortal Tilo--in the gnarled and arthritic body of an old woman--travels through time to Oakland, California, where she opens a shop from which she administers spices as curatives to her customers. An unexpected romance with a handsome stranger eventually forces her to choose between the supernatural life of an immortal and the vicissitudes of modern life. Spellbinding and hypnotizing, The Mistress of Spices is a tale of joy and sorrow and one special woman's magical powers.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni |
| Published | 1997 |
| Pages | 338 |
| Genres | Fiction, Fantasy, Romance, Fiction |
| Average Rating | 3.48 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 9,263 |
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What genre is The Mistress of Spices?
The Mistress of Spices is categorized as Fiction, Fantasy, Romance, Fiction. Its primary genre classification is Fantasy.
Is The Mistress of Spices worth reading?
Based on 9.3K reader ratings, The Mistress of Spices has an average score of 3.48 out of 5.00, which is considered "Mixed Reviews."
How many pages is The Mistress of Spices?
The Mistress of Spices has 338 pages.
Who wrote The Mistress of Spices?
The Mistress of Spices was written by Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni. It was first published in 1997.
What is the ISBN for The Mistress of Spices?
The ISBN-13 for The Mistress of Spices is 9780385482390.0.
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