The Secret of Orange Blossom Cake

De: Rachel Linden

Narrado por: Taylor Harvey

“Heartfelt, heartwarming, joyful, and uplifting. You can't go wrong with a Rachel Linden book.”—#1 New York Times bestselling author Debbie Macomber

A magical cookbook and a summer on her family’s Italian olive farm help a brokenhearted social media chef cook up a satisfying new life in this delectable novel from the bestselling author of Recipe for a Charmed Life.

Rising star Jules Costa loves re-creating vintage recipes for her popular online cooking show. But when personal and professional disaster strikes, her only chance to save her career is to complete her new cookbook before the end of the summer. Panicked, Jules returns to her family’s beloved olive farm on the shores of Italy’s stunning Lake Garda. Seeking culinary inspiration, she’s hoping to convince her spunky eighty-year-old Nonna Bruna to share her precious collection of family recipes.

Jules’s plans quickly go awry as she discovers that Nonna’s cookbook has magical and unpredictable powers. It reveals only one recipe at a time, offering a cooking experience guaranteed to satisfy the chef’s palate and bring clarity to their life. Yet the pages remain stubbornly blank for Jules. To make matters worse, the olive farm is in deep financial trouble, and Jules soon uncovers a web of family secrets involving the cookbook and a lost recipe for orange blossom cake that holds the key to everything. Then there’s Nicolo, the boy next door, who broke her young heart years ago. He is now all grown up, even more attractive, and the only person poised to help Jules find answers.

In a whirlwind summer beyond her imagination, Jules begins to unravel the mysteries baked into her family’s history and discovers the essential ingredients to create the future of her dreams.

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“Heartfelt, heartwarming, joyful, and uplifting. You can't go wrong with a Rachel Linden book.”—#1 New York Times bestselling author Debbie Macomber

"Linden has a permanent place on my list of auto-buy authors!"—Kristy Woodson Harvey, New York Times Bestselling author of The Summer of Songbirds

"Filled to the brim with comfort and coziness... A super sweet, food-filled family story with a side of romance."—Kirkus Reviews

"Fans of cozy romances and magical realism will not be disappointed in Linden's latest."—Booklist

Praise for the novels of Rachel Linden

“A magical novel about second chances! Warm, witty, and wise, I loved it! Linden is a master at creating loveable characters! Escapist reading at its best!”—Jill Shalvis, New York Times bestselling author of The Summer Deal

“Rachel Linden expertly mixes romance, mystery and family-drama into a delicious recipe of a story. With her trademark warmth, Linden delivers a captivating story with a magical heartbeat at its center.”—Patti Callahan Henry, New York Times bestselling author of The Story She Left Behind

“Rachel Linden whips up an irresistible family drama oozing with charm and magic! A gem of a novel that charmed me from get-go, perfect for fans of Sarah Addison Allen and Alice Hoffman.”—Lori Nelson Spielman, New York Times bestselling author of The Star-Crossed Sisters of Tuscany

“The perfect mix of delicious backdrop details, family secrets, and the quest for purpose and lasting love. Enchantingly delightful from first page to last.”—Susan Meissner, USA Today bestselling author of Only the Beautiful

"Rachel Linden writes complicated and compelling characters that are as relatable as they are likeable. I enjoyed every bit of this delightful novel."—Jenn McKinlay, New York Times bestselling author of Summer Reading

"Charming locales, delicious food descriptions and magic…this tale has it all!"—Woman's World

"A magical story!"—FIRST for Women

“A delightful tale of food, family, and sweet romance.”—Lauren K. Denton, USA Today bestselling author of The Hideaway and The Summer House

“Completely charming!”—Katherine Reay, bestselling author of A Shadow in Moscow

"Satisfied my voracious appetite for delectable foodie novels. Linden’s exploration of what we lose when we can no longer taste the flavors we love is savory food for thought. This magical story offers the perfect recipe for a gratifying read."—Kim Fay, USA Today bestselling author of Kate & Frida

Really nice story

Really enjoyed my second read by this author. There were serious topics covered in a way that still felt warm and cozy!

Everything!!

This is probably my most favorite book! I loved everything about it! I had a hard time stop listening, but I had to sleep sometime! lol!!

great story , love the magical cookbook

great read, love the story and recipes, family , forgiveness and second chance at love

Predictable, but fun.

I have enjoyed Rachel Linden’s books and have been waiting for this one. I enjoyed it. Predictability is okay with me, but the main character was ALMOST unlikable. She anguished over pretty easy decisions. I loved the family and the setting.❤️

Enjoyed most of it

The main character was kind of selfish throughout the whole book - which they do ultimately address and resolve but it made it hard to sympathize with her. Wanted a little more between her and the main guy. Overall a good read and I’ll definitely be using the recipe at the end of the book!