Always the Baker, Never the Bride

August 1, 2010
When diabetic Emma Rae Travis wins the prestigious Passionate Palate Award for her innovative cr'me brl'e wedding cake, she is thrilled to be offered the position of pastry chef by the new proprietors of the Tanglewood Inn, an Atlanta institution being renovated into a five-star wedding-destination hotel. She is also attracted to its CEO. But Jackson Drake is still mourning his beloved wifes untimely passing and is unable to reconcile his burgeoning feelings for Emma Rae with his loyalty to Desir'es memory. Although both consider themselves blessed with supportive family and friends, Emma Rae and Jackson would rather be spared the well-meaning efforts at convincing them to return to their childhood faith. And when Emma Raes unappreciative former boss and her ex-boyfriendthe cad and his fianc'e are about to become the Tanglewoods first wedding clientsboth suddenly want her back, Brickers contemporary inspirational romance really heats up! Topical recipes, menus, and how-to tips entice the reader with an insiders perspective on the lucrative business surrounding all things bridal.(Reprinted with permission of Booklist, copyright 2010, American Library Association.)