The Thin Man

The Thin ManBy: Dashiell Hammett Dashiell Hammett's classic The Thin Man introduced the world to Nick and Nora Charles, further made famous by the popular Thin Man films. With a new introduction by Denise Mina. Nick Charles seems to find trouble wherever he goes. He thinks his sleuthing days are behind him when Julia Wolf, a former acquaintance, turns up dead. Nickthanks to some persuasion from his enchanting wife, Norafinds himself falling back into old habits

This lively and panoramic book

But the Vanderbeekers’ plans go off the rails when an unexpected visit from city officials puts their mother’s bakery in jeopardy

She would rather read a book than deal with other people

For beneath her charm and light-heartedness

the world is full of adorable animals

and wedding season is in full swing

would happen if a kid ate a grasshopper that had been soaking up magic all year long

household products) as well as activities that kids can do on their own

and comically witty voice to culinary matters that still resonate today: the rise of the destination restaurant

As María recounts this story

that betrayed them

historical meditation