"He lost his reputation but found his recipe."
Mitch Burgowski was the Golden Boy of the plant-based revolution. But in the cutthroat world of high-end dining, yesterday's visionary has become today's punchline. His restaurant is dying. His marriage is failing. His lab is full of expensive catastrophes. And the bank is closing in.
A shot at redemption: In the midst of all the chaos, a popular "has-been" podcaster offers Mitch an interview. Seeing a possible path back to the spotlight, Mitch agrees. He pours his soul into a final tasting, desperate to reclaim his glory. But the spotlight has a flicker. The podcaster doesn't want a success story - he wants a car crash. He wants shock-clicks. He wants to mock the man Mitch has become for the world to see.
A moment of rage. A lifetime of consequences: In a heated confrontation that turns fatal, Mitch finds himself standing over a body in his own kitchen. He is a chef, not a killer. But as he looks at the body before him, a dark, desperate, practical instinct takes over. He needs to dispose of the evidence. He needs to hide the truth. He needs to avoid prison.
The Discovery: The next morning, an accidental tasting changes everything. A new "protein" has appeared in Mitch's kitchen - one he doesn't remember perfecting. It's succulent. It's rich. It's unlike anything the vegan world has ever tasted.
A taste for more: Suddenly, the critics are back. The lines are around the block. The world wants to know: What is the secret ingredient? But as Mitch's fame reaches a fever pitch, he realizes he's no longer the one in control. Shadows from the city's underbelly have taken notice of his success.
Will he be able to rule the culinary world? Or do they have other plans for him.
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Why you'll love this book:A "Chef's Kiss" of Suspense: A high-stakes psychological thriller that moves at the speed of a dinner rush.
The Price of Fame: A biting satire on influencer culture and the lengths we go to for a "5-Star" life.
A Haunting Mystery: Perfect for fans of Dark Psychological Thrillers & Suspense Thrillers.