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Product DescriptionTake a trip to the best little bakery in Brooklyn, where there’s more than a sprinkle of romance and a slice of pie makes it feel like home!When Sophie Bennings arrives in New York, love is the last thing on her mind. Still reeling from a painful break up, she throws herself into her work as a food editor on a top-notch magazine.Columnist Todd McLennan is everything that Sophie wishes she didn’t want. Like the gorgeous bakery below her Brooklyn apartment, he’s as tempting as the delicious cupcakes on display. Surely a little of what you fancy can do you good?As Sophie and Todd get to know one another, a love of food isn’t the only passion they share. In the city that never sleeps, has Sophie finally met the man of her dreams?About the AuthorJulie Caplin is addicted to travel and good food. Formerly a PR director, for many years she swanned around Europe taking top food and drink writers on press trips sampling the gastronomic delights of various cities in Italy, France, Belgium, Spain, Copenhagen, and Switzerland. It was a tough job, but someone had to do it. These trips have provided the inspiration and settings for her Romantic Escapes Series.Olivia Mace was born in Kettering, Northamptonshire. She fell into her first professional theater job playing Tess of the D'Urbervilles for tuppence and a half pint of cider a week. Olivia moved to London to train at Italia Conti Academy on the BA Acting when it was the UK's only Sanford Meisner course. Since graduating she has worked in theater and television. Recent theater credits include A Small Family Business directed by Terry Hands, The Blue Room for Theatre by the Lake and Agatha Christie's Black Coffee opposite Robert Powell.
Sophie Bennings arrives in New York seeking solace in her career after a painful breakup, only to find herself increasingly drawn to the charming baker downstairs, Todd McLennan, who embodies everything she wishes she didn't want. As Sophie navigates her demanding job as a food editor, she finds herself captivated by Todd and the tempting treats from his Brooklyn bakery. Their shared passion for food blossoms into a deeper connection, challenging Sophie's resolve to avoid romance in the city that never sleeps.
This novel is likely to appeal to readers who enjoy lighthearted contemporary romances with a strong emphasis on food and travel, as indicated by the author's background and the series theme. The premise suggests a charming and feel-good narrative, focusing on the development of a relationship against a backdrop of culinary delights. The story is expected to offer a sweet escape, exploring themes of healing and new beginnings in a vibrant city setting. Readers may find the blend of romance and food appealing, characteristic of the 'foodie fiction' subgenre.
Page Count:
0
Publication Date:
2019-11-21
Publisher:
Blackstone Pub
ISBN-10:
0008391246
ISBN-13:
9780008391249
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