THE ROMANCE RECIPE is full of charm and wonderful writing.
Ruby Barrett creates a beautiful novel. And one I knew when it ended in was going to be sad to see it ended.
The characters were so lovable and it was amazing to see them grow and discover their identities. They are unique and fresh, with witty language to tell an engaging story full of diverse and authentic characters!
With incredibly writing, with some of the best writing I've seen in romance.
It's voice-y with extremely sensory prose, and that alone warrants five stars.
The story is one I'm going to remember for awhile.
Ruby knows how to write a pure engaging romance story.
I loved the concept of this story. Packed with heart, delicious tension and laugh out loud moments, this novel strikes a charming balance between fun and emotion.
All the best things about romance in one place!
This will be the next hit f/f romance to fly off the shelves, as it should!
And this cover, omg the cover! I'm buying a copy to sit all pretty on my shelf!
I need more of this I'm my life!

Carina Adores,
I can't thank you enough for this delicious ebook copy!
I will post to my blog and platforms close to pub date!

Thank you to NetGalley and Harlequin for the ARC in exchange for an honest review

CW: death of a parent (cancer, past, off-page), grief, toxic relationship with parent/emotional abuse, biphobia (off-page)

This is the second book in the series but it completely stands alone (though I highly recommend Hot Copy)

I would recommend if you're looking for (SPOILERS)

-f/f workplace romance
-insta attraction
-just a hookup
-close-proximity
-idiots to lovers
-mutual pining
-the hottest apartment tour I've ever seen
-kitchen sex
-don't come a knocking when the car is a rockin

I loved this book so much. Amy and Sophie were perfect for each other fitting into all of the spots of each other. I'd consider them almost the hard and soft one rather than grumpy and sunshine. Amy all hard exterior edges, taking care of everyone else around her rather than letting herself be taken care of. Sure of herself, taking this huge risk in opening a restaurant and struggling to ask for help.

And Sophie, leaving her fiancé behind, learning about herself, coming out as bi, learning more about herself, finding strength in a million different ways. Amy and Sophie clashed but mostly because they hated just how much they were attracted to each other and I loved each and every time it erupted. Ruby is amazing at showing the progression of the relationship building the sex and intimacy and so many different ways. I loved each and every time Sophie pushed back at Amy forcing her to be vulnerable, they were able to entirely be themselves and love the other. And all of the food, and cooking as a love language. This book is yummy, steamy, and so tender.

I loved seeing glimpses of Wes, and honestly I hope Jeremy gets his own book after seeing him through both characters. Also can we just get a double date of Wes, Corinne, Amy and Sophie please cause that would just be epic. These are such wonderful realistic, authentic couples and I'm just sad this book is over.

Steam: 4

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