52 pages 1 hour read

Mia P. Manansala

Arsenic and Adobo

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2021

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Essay Topics

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How does Manansala’s familiar and conversational prose help convey Filipino culture, which is unfamiliar to many non-Filipino people?

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How does the novel blend elements from cozy mysteries and romantic comedies?

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Compare and contrast Lila and Derek’s opinions about the food at various restaurants. What does it mean to offer these opinions as a member of the food service industry versus a member of the press?