Taste: A Short Story

Taste: A Short Story is a riveting short story that intertwines the lives of an undercover cop and a streetwise informant. Scribner masterfully crafts a narrative filled with action and intrigue, highlighting the unique abilities of both protagonists—one relying on gut feelings and the other on an extraordinary sense of taste. The noir-style writing enhances the suspense, although some phrasing occasionally feels clumsy, such as describing a character's background. Despite these minor flaws, the pacing is brisk and keeps readers engaged, culminating in a twist that adds depth to the story. Overall, Taste is an entertaining read for crime fiction fans and those who appreciate a clever narrative.

I did not understand this story. There didn't really seem to be a point. I understand that it's a short story, but even short stories can have a point. This one didn’t. The main character just goes from place to place, doing whatever. The writing felt dragging, and the story made me bored. I had trouble focusing on it because it did not engage me at all. The writing was also bland and stale. No descriptions, barely any detail. It just throws you in, providing no information or explanation. Honestly it sounds like a child wrote this story because of the lack of details. And the ending? Lack luster. I did not enjoy this, and I'm relieved it wasn't any longer.