Kindle Edition
Published
November 2020
by Red Leaves Press
Source: I received a complimentary copy. All opinions expressed are my own and were voluntarily given.
A baker, a pyrotechnician, and a truly magical romance.
Sweet contemporary romance with a hint of magic.
Steeped in colonial history and small-town charm, Hawthorne, Massachusetts hides its secrets right out in the open. A town where Halloween has more witches than Disney princesses, no one actually believes the Covington family has magic, and yet certain things have community members wondering—like the scone flavored by memories.
Expert baker Keira Covington could use some of that family magic. If only it could be acquired like following the steps of a recipe: Take 1 great-great grandma with mystical powers, add 1 ceremony under a full moon, let simmer for 13 years, and kaboom, you’ve got special powers. If it were that easy, she wouldn’t have to stress that she’ll never get the chance to take over the cafĂ© when her aunt retires. But burning half the customers’ orders and mixing up the other half seems like a terrible recipe for a successful business.
Riding his motorcycle on his bucket-list vacation, pyrotechnician Brant Whitbeck can’t seem to leave the charming small town of Hawthorne, Massachusetts. No, literally—the town won’t let him go. Not until he remembers what is truly important in life. The problem is he doesn’t have a single memory from his childhood.
When Keira stumbles upon an ancestor’s scone recipe, they start to recognize the chemistry between them, but when someone double-crosses Keira, their burgeoning romance explodes like a firecracker.
Sweet contemporary romance with a hint of magic.
Steeped in colonial history and small-town charm, Hawthorne, Massachusetts hides its secrets right out in the open. A town where Halloween has more witches than Disney princesses, no one actually believes the Covington family has magic, and yet certain things have community members wondering—like the scone flavored by memories.
Expert baker Keira Covington could use some of that family magic. If only it could be acquired like following the steps of a recipe: Take 1 great-great grandma with mystical powers, add 1 ceremony under a full moon, let simmer for 13 years, and kaboom, you’ve got special powers. If it were that easy, she wouldn’t have to stress that she’ll never get the chance to take over the cafĂ© when her aunt retires. But burning half the customers’ orders and mixing up the other half seems like a terrible recipe for a successful business.
Riding his motorcycle on his bucket-list vacation, pyrotechnician Brant Whitbeck can’t seem to leave the charming small town of Hawthorne, Massachusetts. No, literally—the town won’t let him go. Not until he remembers what is truly important in life. The problem is he doesn’t have a single memory from his childhood.
When Keira stumbles upon an ancestor’s scone recipe, they start to recognize the chemistry between them, but when someone double-crosses Keira, their burgeoning romance explodes like a firecracker.
My Review: 5 StarsI loved the combination of a pyrotechnician striking up a relationship with a baker. Brant and Keira are an unlikely match, yet their connection is electrifying and magical...and so much fun. The literal magic was what really made this story stand out. Keira finds an old family recipe for some pretty basic and bland scones, but what happens when she mixes up batch after batch is out of this world.Memories are treasures in my life and it was fun to watch Brant remember his and open a connection to his past. I think having these memories strengthened his relationships. He's a smart and interesting character, while Keira is a joy. She's not perfect, which makes her relatable, and it was fun to laugh at her antics and mishaps.This charming small town is the home of many quirky characters and I loved being a part of the holiday traditions that were rooted in their lives. It was enjoyable to experience Halloween, Thanksgiving, and the Christmas season with these residents, as well as dabble in magic and mystery, with a healthy dose of sweet romance. Hoagland has written a definite winner with this opening book in what is sure to be an exceptional series!Content: mild romance
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