The Sweetness at the Bottom of the Pie is a charming cozy hunting inspector mystery book written by Alan Bradley. The story revolves around eleven-year-old Flavia de Luce, an aspiring chemist with a knack for solving crimes. When a dead bird is found on the doorstep with a postage stamp pinned to its beak, Flavia embarks on a thrilling investigation that leads her to uncover dark family secrets. With its witty protagonist and nostalgic setting, this book is a delightful read.