RED: March’s Recipe for Intrigue — Secrets, Danger, and Betrayal

You know you’re at the right bookclub when the conversation is just as delicious as the snacks. At RED (Read, Eat, Drink), March isn’t just about flipping pages — it’s about diving into a night of sly glances, whispered confessions, and appetizers that look like they came straight from a chef’s Instagram.

This month, we’re leaning into the thrill of secrets, danger, and betrayal. Here’s how to turn your next gathering into an experience worthy of the best plot twist.

READ: Mixed Messages by Keith Aggett

Some books pull you in from the first page, others unravel slowly, and then there are those that do both. Mixed Messages by Keith Aggett weaves a web of suspicion and suspense, where nothing is as it seems. The story is laced with deceit, unreliable characters, and more twists than your favorite true crime podcast. Perfect for a group that loves to dissect every motive and guess who’s lying before the big reveal.

Want to add it to your shelf? Check it out on Amazon.

EAT: Sweet Potato Crostini

Every good gathering needs something to nibble on, and these Sweet Potato Crostini are the ultimate bookclub bait. They look impressive (think: dinner party level), but they’re easy enough to whip up on a weeknight. Roasted sweet potato slices replace bread, and each is topped with a creamy, tangy mix that’ll have your club asking for seconds — and maybe your secret ingredient. Bonus: They’re naturally gluten-free and can be prepped ahead, freeing you up to plot your own twist ending.

DRINK: The Garibaldi

Bookclubs deserve a cocktail that feels grown-up but won’t distract from the conversation. Enter the Garibaldi: just two ingredients, but the result is anything but basic. Fresh orange juice and Campari come together in a glass that’s bright, bittersweet, and way more complex than it looks. It’s the perfect match for a night spent unpicking complicated characters and hidden agendas.

Book Club Topic Ideas

• Which character held the biggest secret, and did you see it coming?

• How does Aggett build suspense through misdirection or unreliable narration?

• Who do you trust in the story — and why?

• Discuss an example of betrayal in the book. Did it feel justified?

• How did the setting influence the sense of danger?

• Which real-life situations or relationships did the book remind you of?

• If you had to cast the film version, who would play the main roles?

• What would you have done differently if you were in the protagonist’s shoes?

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So set the table, pour the drinks, and get ready to spill more than just the plot. At RED, every month is a new chapter — and this one’s going to keep you guessing until the last bite.

Happy Reading, Eating and Drinking!