Pairing the fresh and vibrant Lomi-Lomi Salmon with "Only If You're Lucky" by Stacy Willingham creates a delightful juxtaposition of tropical flavors and suspenseful storytelling. As you savor the refreshing taste of the salted salmon and crisp vegetables, immerse yourself in the intricate mysteries of Willingham's novel. Complementing both the dish and the reading experience is the Tropical Mojito, a refreshing cocktail that enhances the island vibes of Lomi-Lomi Salmon while providing a cool, minty contrast perfect for leisurely reading.
Ingredients
- 1/2 pound salted salmon fillet
- 4 medium tomatoes, diced
- 1 small sweet onion, finely chopped
- 3 green onions, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup ice cubes
- 1/4 cup water
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Salmon: Rinse the salted salmon fillet under cold water to remove excess salt. Soak the salmon in water for 1-2 hours, changing the water once or twice to further reduce the saltiness. Pat the salmon dry with paper towels and dice it into small cubes.
- Mix the Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the diced salmon, tomatoes, sweet onion, and green onions.
- Massage the Ingredients: Using your hands, gently massage the ingredients together until they are well combined. This helps distribute the flavors evenly throughout the dish.
- Chill the Mixture: Add the ice cubes and water to the mixture, and let it chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving. The ice cubes will help keep the Lomi-Lomi Salmon cold and crisp.
- Season and Serve: Before serving, remove any remaining ice cubes and drain excess liquid if necessary. Season with freshly ground black pepper to taste.
Only If You're Lucky
"Only If You're Lucky" is a gripping tale that weaves suspense, mystery, and unexpected twists. Set against a backdrop of intrigue, this novel challenges the boundaries of trust and explores the intricate connections between fate and choice.
A sharp and twisty exploration of female friendship from the New York Times bestselling author of A Flicker in the Dark and All the Dangerous Things. Lucy Sharpe is larger than life. Magnetic, addictive. Bold and dangerous. Especially for Margot, who meets Lucy at the end of their freshman year at a liberal arts college in South Carolina. Margot is the shy one, the careful one, always the sidekick and never the center of attention. But when Lucy singles her out at the end of the year, a year Margot spent studying and playing it safe, and asks her to room together, something in Margot can't say no—something daring, or starved, or maybe even envious. And so Margot finds herself living in an off-campus house with three other girls, Lucy, the ringleader; Sloane, the sarcastic one; and Nicole, the nice one, the three of them opposites but also deeply intertwined. It's a year that finds Margot finally coming out of the shell she's been in since the end of high school, when her best friend Eliza died three weeks after graduation. Margot and Lucy have become the closest of friends, but by the middle of their sophomore year, one of the fraternity boys from the house next door has been brutally murdered… and Lucy Sharpe is missing without a trace. From the author of A Flicker in the Dark and All the Dangerous Things comes a tantalizing thriller about the nature of friendship and belonging, about loyalty, envy, and betrayal—another gripping novel from an author quickly becoming the gold standard in psychological suspense.
Discussion Questions
- What themes of trust and deception are explored in 'Only If You're Lucky', and how do they relate to the characters' developments?
- Discuss how Stacy Willingham uses setting to enhance the suspense and mystery in the novel.
- In what ways do the relationships between characters drive the plot of the story?
- How does the novel make use of foreshadowing, and what impact does this have on the reader's experience?
- Analyze the protagonist's journey and how it reflects the book's core themes.
- What role does fate versus free will play in the outcome of the story?
- How does the author build tension throughout the novel? Cite specific examples.
- Examine the role of minor characters in 'Only If You're Lucky' and their significance to the main plot.
- Discuss the narrative structure of the book. How does it affect the pacing and reveal of key information?
- Reflect on the ending of the novel. Were you satisfied with how the story was resolved?
Authors:
Stacy Willingham
ISBN: 978-1250234921
Publisher: Minotaur Books
Published Date: 2024-01-16
ISBN: 978-1250234921
Publisher: Minotaur Books
Published Date: 2024-01-16
Tropical Mojito
The Tropical Mojito is a refreshing cocktail that combines the crispness of mint with the sweet and tangy flavors of tropical fruits, making it an ideal beverage to enjoy alongside a plate of Lomi-Lomi Salmon.
Ingredients
- 10 fresh mint leaves
- 1 ounce fresh lime juice
- 1 ounce simple syrup
- 2 ounces white rum
- 2 ounces pineapple juice
- 2 ounces soda water
- Ice cubes
- Pineapple wedges, for garnish
- Mint sprig, for garnish
Instructions
- In a shaker, muddle the mint leaves with fresh lime juice and simple syrup.
- Add white rum and pineapple juice, and fill the shaker with ice.
- Shake until well chilled, then strain into a glass filled with ice.
- Top with soda water and stir gently.
- Garnish with a pineapple wedge and a sprig of mint.