What are the most famous food themed fiction books?

Definitely 'The Queen's Gambit'. It's been extremely popular and was also made into a great TV series. It really delves into the mind of a chess prodigy. Another famous one is 'The Chessmen of Mars' which has been a classic in the science - fiction genre for a long time.

One more is 'Madame Bovary' by Gustave Flaubert. Although it's not solely about Paris, Paris plays an important role in the story as Emma Bovary dreams of a more glamorous life there. It delves deep into the character's desires and disillusionment. This novel is considered a masterpiece of realism. It shows how the allure of Paris, with its sophistication and supposed freedom, can both attract and ultimately destroy a person. The contrast between Emma's provincial life and her fantasies about Paris is a central theme in the book.

Another popular one is 'The Particular Sadness of Lemon Cake' by Aimee Bender. In this book, the main character can taste the emotions of the person who made the food in the lemon cake. It's a very imaginative take on food in fiction.

One great food themed fiction book is 'Like Water for Chocolate' by Laura Esquivel. It combines magical realism with food. Each chapter starts with a recipe, and the story's events are often intertwined with the cooking and eating of the dishes.

'My Sister's Keeper' is also well - known. It's famous for its exploration of difficult moral questions that come up when a family member has leukemia. It shows different perspectives within the family, which makes it a great read for those interested in family - centered leukemia - related fiction.

I think 'A Catered Murder' is quite popular in the food themed mystery genre. It has an engaging plot set in the catering business, which is full of drama and mystery. 'The Kitchen Daughter' is also popular. It not only has a good mystery but also deals with the main character's Asperger's syndrome in a very interesting way, and the food she cooks is an integral part of the story. And 'Gone, Grits, and Gravy' has a following as it showcases southern food and small - town mystery charm.

'Fried Green Tomatoes at the Whistle Stop Cafe' by Fannie Flagg is a beloved food - related fiction. It tells the story of a small - town cafe and the strong - willed women who run it. The descriptions of the southern food, like the fried green tomatoes, add to the charm of the story.

The book 'Where the Red Fern Grows' is popular and has a strong fall theme. The hunting scenes in the fall woods are very well - described. 'Bridge to Terabithia' also has a fall - like mood in parts, especially when the two main characters explore the woods near their homes. And 'Charlotte's Web' has a bit of a fall feeling as the seasons change in the story and there's a sense of the cycle of life.

Well, 'The Graveyard Book' by Neil Gaiman is quite popular. It has an eerie autumnal feel to it, with its spooky graveyard setting. Another popular one is 'The Catcher in the Rye'. Holden's experiences during the autumn in New York add a certain melancholy to the story. And of course, 'The Witch of Blackbird Pond' which has a great autumnal New England setting that many readers find captivating.

Well, 'Harry Potter' series by J.K. Rowling has to be on the list. It has captured the hearts of millions around the world with its magical world of Hogwarts. 'Alice's Adventures in Wonderland' by Lewis Carroll is a classic that has been loved for generations. 'Don Quixote' by Miguel de Cervantes is one of the earliest and most influential works of fiction.