Magic realism and food! How could you go wrong?! This book had everything - a perfect recipe, if you will, for an entertaining, fun book. I loved everything about it, from the cover, to the characters, to the whole story, and of course, the descriptions of the baked goods. My copy didn't have recipes, but I understand other editions of the book do, so that is just another reason to read it! Don't look for a deep book. Enjoy it for what it is. A delicious, fun romantic story about a heartbroken, slightly drunk young woman who tries to bake a man one night. I was happy with the ending, and look forward to reading other books in the series.

Thank you, NetGalley, for the chance to read and review this book. All opinions expressed are mine, and freely given.

This was a fairly light sweet story. Perfect for a bit of an escape, magic, following your dreams, and discovering what is most important to you. I would not mind some of that magic secret ingredient though I would most assuredly follow the recipe so I could get my own Eli, and not the other one! I really enjoyed this story of Anna finding the right future for her, despite what others want for her. And I would love to visit Mystic Haven, especially on the festival days. It was not only the bakery that seemed magical. Wild Haven also sounded awesome for a trip. I think the thing I most liked about this book was that it did not immediately all turn out roses when Anna creates (when suffering the heartache of the breakup with Baron) the perfect man for her (courtesy of some magic sugar). Yes, there is the attraction but I like how both Eli and Anna don't rush into things, but go on their own paths to discover what they really want. It was a good message.

So , if you want a lighhearted read with yummy desserts (wish those chapter titles came with attached recipes!), good friendships, true love, and dreams coming true even through difficulties, then this book is for you!