Life is Sweet

Three years ago, Becca Hudson threw a dart at a map, hit Leesburg, Virginia, and decided it was the perfect place to start over. Now she has her own bakery, The Strawberry Cake Shop, loyal customers, and close friends. She also has something that success as a Hollywood child star couldn't give her: a mostly normal existence. Not that it's without complications. One best friend, Pam, is in the wary early days of a new relationship; another is fighting to save her marriage in the midst of infidelity. And then there's Becca's growing attraction to Matthew, surrogate stepdad to Olivia, a smart, sensitive ten-year-old who's become a fixture in the bakery and in Becca's affections.

Still, Becca is content to live in the present and ignore the "Whatever happened to?" speculation and occasional curious fan--until her past barges in again. Amid revelations and unexpected dilemmas, Becca must confront the life she stepped away from and the love she struggles to accept. It's the only way she'll truly find what she needs: a recipe for living that's honest, messy, sweet, and true.

In an eloquent novel as moving as it is funny, acclaimed author Elizabeth Bass tells a story of forgiveness, resilience--and the unexpected detours that shape every journey to happiness.

Praise for Elizabeth Bass's Miss You Most of All

"An exuberant celebration of life, love, family and friendship, told with a sassy Texas flair." --Susan Wiggs

“Bass seamlessly allows each characters’ storyline to intersect in Life is Sweet. It’s refreshing to see the start and end of a relationship and it’s ripple effect on others. The characters are well developed and there is a nice balance of voices. Though romantic relationships are included, the underlying theme of friendships – between both men and women – is a different and welcome approach.”– RT Book Reviews, 4 Stars