The Chocolate Diaries by Karen Scalf Linamen is a compilation of thoughts and experiences to encourage and lead others to a “sweeter journey on the rocky road of life.” As indicated by the title, chocolate is a main them throughout the book. Each chapter includes interesting and unique recipes to quench your chocolate cravings. Most of the chapters are even titles with chocolate references as seen in chapter one’s title “Nobody Knows the Truffles I’ve Seen.” Each chapter also includes a section called “Sweet Secrets” where selected individuals share their “secret to a sweeter journey” in just a few sentences. Also, the book includes a “Food for Thought” section which helps you reevaluate each chapter.
If you are looking for a very light-hearted read which includes somewhat encouraging messages without much Christian depth, this is your book. I was disappointed that the Bible was not referenced more. Prayer is included but definitely not emphasized as being the most important ingredient in a rocky journey. Sharing laughter and personal experiences does give momentary relief and encouragement but Jesus Christ is the only one who can give lasting peace. I wished the book had pointed more to Him. On a lighter note, since I am from Kentucky I was deeply impressed that the author’s Aunt Cora was the one who gave Harland Sanders his famous fried chicken recipe.
I received this book free from the publisher through Waterbrook Multnomah Publishing Group. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255.
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