the Restaurant at Edge of World

Heartstopper meets Nimona meets Legends & Lattes in this graphic novel that follows Soup, a seventeen-year-old chef-in-training, as she confronts an abusive boss in a fantastical cooking competition. Set against a richly imagined world, the story blends personal growth with high-stakes culinary battles, where the future of a village and its beloved restaurant hang in the balance. Soup’s decision to challenge the patriarchy and fight for her home unfolds through alliances with friends and chosen family, and a determined, stubborn resolve to prove herself in a ruthless arena.

As Soup navigates the kitchen and the politics behind the scenes, the narrative explores themes of abuse, power, and resilience. The tone balances heartwarming moments with tense confrontation, drawing readers into a vivid, character-driven quest where recipes and courage become tools for resistance.

The book is a substantial graphic novel, inviting readers to immerse themselves in its artful panels, dynamic action, and emotional arcs as Soup writes her own path.

Kenmerken

• Graphic novel blending Heartstopper, Nimona, Legends & Lattes
• Protagonist Soup is seventeen, seeking her mark
• Fantasy cooking competition pits her against an abusive elf boss
• Stakes: win the restaurant and protect her village
• 240 pages, eerste editie, paperback, Faber & Faber