Compelling essays, sometimes humorous, always helpful about the difficulty of preparing and growing fruit intertwined with rich tales of family and the author's own health challenges and how fruit might help, including a handful of delectable recipes. ( )

I want to be Kate Lebo’s friend. This is a unique book of memories, knowledge about fruit and recipes. Sometimes it was a little slow to read but I wanted to know more about the fruit, her family and her journey to write this book. She seems to be a special person and this is reflected in this book. ( )