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Sugar Crash (Orca Soundings)
by Melinda Di LorenzoQ: If you were stranded on a deserted island, how would you survive? A: I wouldn’t. Zoe Harmon doesn’t remember what life was like before she had type one diabetes. Her insulin pump feels like a body part now—just one she has to think about a little more than she thinks about her kidneys or her liver. Yeah, it’s annoying sometimes, but it sure beats being dead. When she begrudgingly accepts a ride to a school camp from her former best friend, Vic Niels, a crash sends them flying off a remote mountain road. Stranded without her phone or insulin, Zoe is forced to team up with Vic in order to save her own life. And his. Twenty-four hours stuck with Vic? Fine. But twenty-four hours without insulin? This could get deadly. This short novel is a high-interest, low-reading level book for teen readers who are building reading skills, want a quick read or say they don’t like to read!
Sugar Creek: A Destiny Novel (The Destiny Series #2)
by Toni Blake“Toni Blake’s romances are so delicious, so intoxicating and addictive, a good night’s sleep isn’t even an option.”—New York Times bestselling author Robyn CarrA compelling new voice in supremely sexy contemporary romance, Toni Blake carries us to Sugar Creek with a sizzling, emotional rich story about giving in to a forbidden passion. The second book in her Destiny series, after One Reckless Summer, Blake’s novel brims with the unique delights of small town romance, as two people caught in the middle of their families’ longtime feud discover passion most unexpectedly. If you have not yet experienced the “Heart-stopping sensuality” (New York Times bestselling author Lori Foster) of the inimitable Toni Blake, Sugar Creek is the perfect place to find it!
Sugar Daddy
by Lisa KleypasLisa Kleypas has enthralled millions of readers with her powerfully seductive novels. Now she delivers a story featuring her most unforgettable characters yet ... SHE'S FROM THE WRONG SIDE OF THE TRACKS. Liberty Jones has dreams and determination that will take her far away from Welcome, Texas--if she can keep her wild heart from ruling her mind. Hardy Cates sees Liberty as completely off-limits. His own ambitions are bigger than Welcome, and Liberty Jones is a complication he doesn't need. But something magical and potent draws them to each other, in a dangerous attraction that is stronger than both of them. HE'S THE ONE MAN SHE CAN'T HAVE. When Hardy leaves town to pursue his plans, Liberty finds herself alone with a young sister to raise. Soon Liberty finds herself under the spell of a billionaire tycoon - a Sugar Daddy, one might say. But the relationship goes deeper than people think, and Liberty begins to discover secrets about her own family's past. WILL THEY FIND THEIR HEARTS' DESIRES OR WILL HEARTBREAK TEAR THEM APART? Two men. One woman. A choice that can make her or break her. A woman you'll root for every step of the way. A love story you'll never forget.
Sugar Daddy: A Sugar Bowl Novel (Sugar Bowl #1)
by Sawyer Bennett"This book devastated me in the most wonderful way," raves Meredith Wild. In Sugar Daddy, the New York Times bestselling author of the Cold Fury series proves that vengeance is sweet--but seduction is to die for. Sela Halstead lost her innocence in a way that no sixteen-year-old should ever have to endure. She's spent years trying to forget that night even while wondering about the identities of the monsters who brutalized her--until a telltale tattoo flashes across Sela's TV screen. The incriminating ink belongs to Jonathon Townsend, the millionaire founder of The Sugar Bowl, a website that matches rich older men with impressionable young women. Obsessed with revenge, Sela infiltrates Townsend's world, only to come face-to-face with a tantalizing complication: Beckett North, his charismatic business partner. The tech mastermind behind The Sugar Bowl, Beck always gets what he wants, in business and in bed. And yet, for a man who's done every dirty thing imaginable, there's something about the naïve, fresh-faced Sela that sparks his hottest fantasies. Because with her, it's not just about sex. Beck opens up to her in ways he never has with other girls. So why does he get the feeling that she's hiding something? In a world of pleasure and power, the shocking truth could turn them against each other--or bind them forever. Note: Sugar Daddy ends on a cliffhanger. Sela and Beck's story continues in Sugar Rush and Sugar Free!Advance praise for Sugar Daddy"Beck and Sela are so scorching and real together that I didn't want to let them go. I can't wait to devour the rest of this series!"--#1 New York Times bestselling author Meredith Wild "A totally gripping take on romance and revenge!"--New York Times bestselling author Lauren Blakely"Sugar Daddy is raw, gritty, and exceptionally hot. I couldn't put it down."--New York Times bestselling author Marquita Valentine "Wow! Sawyer Bennett steps out of her ice skates and into her Manolos. Sugar Daddy is a hot read that only gets better with every page."--New York Times bestselling author Susan Stoker "I read it in less than three hours because I am a freak reader when I like something. This book is great!"--USA Today bestselling author MJ Fields"Sawyer Bennett has talent that knows no bounds and this book proves it. From page one to the end I was captivated and enthralled. I can't wait for more! "--USA Today bestselling author Chelsea Camaron "Sawyer Bennett does dark with amazing facility, drawing me in with Sela's story, and holding me there with Beck's. Sugar Daddy is compulsively readable, deliciously dirty, and passionately written."--USA Today bestselling author C. D. Reiss "Sawyer Bennett delivers a titillating novel that balances between the desire to seek revenge and the yearning to hold on to love. It's sexy and addicting, and I devoured every last word."--Meghan Quinn, author of The Randy Romance Novelist Includes a special message from the editor, as well as an excerpt from another Loveswept title.
Sugar Free: A Sugar Bowl Novel (Sugar Bowl #3)
by Sawyer BennettSela and Beck's deliciously sinful tale of sex, lies, and vengeance reaches its explosive conclusion in the final chapter of Sawyer Bennett's Sugar Bowl trilogy, which began with the novels Sugar Daddy and Sugar Rush. For years Sela Halstead dreamed of revenge, but the quest for payback has been anything but sweet. Now, once again, she finds herself at the mercy of Jonathon Townsend, his hands crushing the very breath from her body. And even though she escapes with her life, Sela fears she may never recover. In desperate need of shelter and comfort, she runs to the one man she can trust. Beckett North has stood by Sela since the beginning. But can he handle the brutal truth? Beck will do anything to protect what is his--and make no mistake, Sela belongs to him, heart and soul. The passion between them runs hot, even as their world begins to unravel. With the legacy of his ruthless business partner hanging in the balance, Beck stands to lose everything: his fortune, his family, his freedom. But each touch of Sela's mouth on his skin, her nails down his back, makes it harder to let her go--and it might not even be his choice to make. Praise for Sugar Free"Now that all three books are out, you really should pick them up, pour yourself your favorite beverage (either in a glass or in a cup) and settle in and enjoy this wild ride!"--Unconventional Book Views "A really good high-intensity read with this couple from start to finish. A lot of twists and turns in the relationship and with Sela's past thrown in along with off-the-charts hot bedroom antics. . . . A fast-paced and action-packed ride from start to finish. . . I enjoyed the entire series."--Carrie's Book Reviews "My rating: Five of five stars. Devoured this in two hours. What an intense read. Anticipation is everything. I live for the suspense of this book!"--Quirky Debutante's Bookshelf Includes an excerpt from another Loveswept title.
Sugar Pine Trail: A Small-Town Christmas Romance (Haven Point #7)
by Raeanne Thayne“I've been following RaeAnne Thayne for some time now, and have watched her readership grow with each title. She's a rising star in the romance world. Her books are wonderfully romantic, feel-good reads that end with me sighing over the last pages.”—#1 New York Times bestselling author Debbie Macomber An unlikely attraction brings comfort, joy and unforgettable romance this holiday season! Librarian Julia Winston is ready to ditch the quiet existence she's been living. She's made a list of new things to experience, but falling for Jamie Caine, her sexy military pilot neighbor, isn't one of them. Julia's looking to conquer life, not become the heartbreaker's latest conquest. But when two young brothers wind up in Julia's care for the holidays, she'll take any help she can get—even Jamie's. Happy to step in, Jamie reveals a side of himself that's much harder to resist. Not only is he fantastic with kids, he provides the strength Julia needs to tackle her list. She knows their temporary family can't last beyond the holidays, but the closer she gets to Jamie, the more she wonders if things could be this merry and bright forever…
Sugar Plum Season (Barrett's Mill #2)
by Mia RossSeason of Love Amy Morgan is determined not to let her injury affect her love for dance. Moving to the tiny town of Barrett's Mill, she takes over her aunt's dance studio and begins to organize a children's Christmas ballet recital. She just needs a little help from handsome lumberjack Jason Barrett. Charming and an all-around good guy, Jason volunteers to build the stage sets. Working together with the pretty ballerina forges a connection he never expected. But is Amy really ready to leave the limelight behind? It'll take a few dancing candy canes-and a whole lot of faith-to bring them together in joy and love. Barrett's Mill: In the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains, a family legacy leads to love
Sugar Plum'd
by Leon MauvaisAs a young stag-shifter, all Pembroke dreams of is being harnessed to Santa’s sleigh. Yet his world comes crashing down when Santa is slain by the imposter Frost.War erupts in the Arctic Circle, pitting elf against reindeer, and Pembroke is sent on a perilous mission. If he fails, his herd will be lost. When the mission goes awry, the stag-shifter must put his trust in an unlikely ally.Where does one turn in a land of ice and blood? What happens when the enemy infiltrates your heart? What begins as a wavering alliance just might take Pembroke farther than he ever imagined.
Sugar Plums for Dry Creek (Dry Creek Series #7)
by Janet TronstadBallet teacher Lizette Baker's last name had never caused so much confusion! The townspeople thought she was opening a bakery. Instead, she opened Dry Creek's first dance studio. By putting on the Nutcracker with an all-local cast, Lizette hoped to heal the rift and create some Christmas sparkle. No one needed distraction more than Judd's young cousins, whom he was raising and keeping safe from their abusive father. So if they wanted to be in the Nutcracker, Judd would see to it -- even if he had to personally guard the door! He was prepared for anything, except for the possibility of Christmas sparkle becoming Christmas love.
Sugar Plums for Dry Creek and At Home in Dry Creek
by Janet TronstadSUGAR PLUMS FOR DRY CREEK Who could resist a five-year-old sugarplum fairy? Certainly not ballet teacher Lizette Baker-or Judd Bowman, little Amanda's guardian. But Judd's determination to make Amanda happy might require a certain ballet teacher under the Christmas tree! AT HOME IN DRY CREEK Single mother Barbara Strong hopes for a fresh start in Dry Creek. Little does she know her old life has followed her to town. Sheriff Carl Wall offers her his protection, but Barbara must decide if she'll accept the real gift-his love.
Sugar Rush (Cupcake Club #1)
by Donna Kauffman"Deliciously sexy!" -Carly PhillipsDevil's Food. . .Angel Cake. . .Red Velvet. . .Praline Crunch. . .Lemon Chiffon. . .How's a woman to choose? Luckily, the members of the Cupcake Club are about to taste it all. . .When baker extraordinaire Leilani Trusdale left the bustle of New York City for Georgia's sleepy Sugarberry Island, she didn't expect her past to follow. Yet suddenly, her former boss, Baxter Dunne, aka Chef Hot Cakes, the man who taught her everything pastry, wants to film his hit cooking show in her tiny cupcakery. The same Chef Hot Cakes whose molten chocolate brown eyes and sexy British accent made Lani's mouth water and her cheeks blush the color of raspberry filling--stirring all kinds of kitchen gossip, much of which Lani wished was true. . .Lani's friends are convinced that this time around, Baxter is the missing ingredient in her recipe for happiness. But convincing Lani will be a job for Baxter himself. And he'll need more than black velvet frosting to sweeten the deal. . ."Like a rich chocolate ganache. . .Delightful." -RT Book Reviews, 4 STARS "As sweet and adorable as its namesake treat." --Publishers Weekly PICK OF THE WEEK Recipes included!
Sugar Rush: A Sugar Bowl Novel (Sugar Bowl #2)
by Sawyer BennettIn the steamy and suspenseful sequel to Sugar Daddy ("A totally gripping take on romance and revenge!"--Lauren Blakely), a heartbreaking rift threatens to unravel a dangerous alliance . . . and a fragile new love. After posing as an escort for the Sugar Bowl online dating service, Sela Halstead is looking for one thing: payback. She's closing in on the site's heartless founder, Jonathon Townsend, and she needs Beckett North, Townsend's business partner and her lover, by her side. She'd thought that their intimate nights together had forged an unbreakable bond, but after a shocking betrayal, Sela begins to doubt the brilliant bad boy. When push comes to shove, can she trust Beck to do the right thing? Now that he understands the truth, Beck will stop at nothing to secure the reckoning Sela deserves. But between his desire for her and his disgust for JT, Beck doesn't exactly have a lot of control over his emotional state. Left with no other choice, he must summon all his discipline to maintain JT's trust and pretend that they're still friends. But how far will Beck go to prove his loyalty to Sela? He nearly lost her once. To keep her, Beck might have to kill for her. Note: Sugar Rush ends on a cliffhanger. Sela and Beck's story concludes in Sugar Free! Advance praise for Sugar Rush "Brilliant and heart-wrenching, with more twists and turns than a hedge maze,Sugar Rush will keep you up until the wee hours of the night."--New York Timesbestselling author Melanie Moreland"Sugar Daddy hooked me. Sugar Rush left me hungry for more. And Sugar Free can't get into my hands soon enough! Raw, real, and deliciously sexy, the Sugar Bowl series is a must-read!"--Stacey Kennedy, USA Today bestselling author of the Club Sin series"Just when I thought Bennett couldn't suck me into Sela and Beck's story, she does! The love between the two is emotional, sweet, and off the charts hot, but nothing holds a couple together better than revenge. I can't wait for the finale!"--New York Times bestselling author Susan Stoker"Sawyer Bennett did it again. I devoured Sugar Rush in one sitting and it was totally worth the binge!"--New York Times bestselling author Marquita Valentine Includes an excerpt from another Loveswept title.
Sugar Sweet (The Sugar Series #1)
by Christine D'AboConnecting with a sugar daddy is reserved for a certain kind of woman. But some men make you yearn to be that kind of woman . . .Marissa Roy never thought she would do it. Until she finds herself overwhelmed by debt, college costs—and a vengeful ex-boyfriend determined to ruin her financially. But once she meets multi-millionaire Vince Taylor, the thought of sleeping with her hot benefactor is a major turn-on. Except Vince has one condition to their dating contract: he wants her by his side, but not in his bed. Finding sex was easy, he said, finding someone he could trust was not. Still, his hungry gaze tells Marissa otherwise . . . She’s the perfect escort—a natural beauty with the kind of savvy discretion that will keep his personal life out of the tabloids. Only Vince doesn’t expect his body to pulse every time Marissa steps into the room, every time she stands close. Too close. He doesn’t expect to find himself pulling her into his arms, night after night after night. Suddenly he can’t get enough of her intoxicating body. And once he’s broken that rule, it’s only a matter of time until he violates his vow to never, ever fall in love . . .
Sugar and Salt: A Novel
by Susan WiggsThe New York Times bestselling author of The Lost and Found Bookshop brings readers a can’t-miss tale of friendship, hardship, redemption, and love between a San Francisco baker and a barbecue master from Texas."Susan Wiggs understands the tender dramas of everyday life, of friendship and family, of wanting something that might be just beyond reach. She will make you believe in life’s sweetness.”--Luanne Rice, New York Times bestselling author of The Shadow Box“Wiggs writes with compassion and insight...This is another winner.” —BooklistJerome Sugar learned the art of baking in his grandma’s bakery, also called Sugar, on historic Perdita Street in San Francisco. He supplies baked goods to the Lost and Found Bookshop across the street.When the restaurant that shares his commercial kitchen loses its longtime tenant, a newcomer moves in: Margot Salton, a barbecue master from Texas.Margot isn’t exactly on the run, but she needs a fresh start. She’s taken care of herself her whole life, pulling herself up by her fingernails to recover from trauma, and her dream has been to open a restaurant somewhere far, far from Texas. The shared kitchen with Jerome's Sugar bakery is the perfect setup: a state-of-the-art kitchen and a vibrant neighborhood popular with tourists and locals.Margot instantly takes to Jerome’s mother, the lively, opinionated Ida. The older woman proves to be a good mentor, and Margot is drawn to Jerome. Despite their different backgrounds their attraction is powerful—even though Jerome worries that Margot will simply move on from him once she’s found some peace and stability. But just as she starts to relax into a happy new future, Margot’s past in Texas comes back to haunt her…
Sugar and Spice
by Angela BritnellWhat happens when you have a chance at everything you ever wanted . . . and then you go and do something stupid like fall in love? Lily Redman will do anything to be a success. She also loves creating sinfully delicious food. Now, she has a shot to get everything she wants with her new American cooking show, Celebrity Chef Swap. All she has to do is survive in the pastoral wilds of southwest England. After a stint in the army—and an absolute train wreck of a divorce—Kenan Rowse thought the quiet of Cornwall would be a perfect respite from life’s complications. Then he gets a temp job driving a beautiful chef around . . . and before he knows it, things are more complicated than ever. Unfortunately, their rabid mutual attraction is equaled by their astounding lack of common ground. Because while Lily wants to live in the limelight, Kenan would rather be staid in the shade. And both will have to decide whether they’re willing to compromise if they want to keep it together . . .
Sugar and Spice
by Jules StanbridgeWhen Maddy loses her high-paying city job, her instant reaction is blind panic. But after the 'drowning her sorrows' hangover has cleared, she realises that this is an opportunity to change her life and do what she loves best: baking cakes. And so she sets up her own cake company, embracing the highs and lows of getting a new business off the ground, while looking for love along the way.
Sugar and Spice
by Temple MadisonWhen she's Sugar, she's every man's dream, but when she's Spice, she's his nightmare!Dark nights and full moons mysteriously turn a beautiful white-haired beauty into a growling, voluptuous she-devil who dines on blood, flesh, and sex. She's a dancer at the Rock Candy Club where she has her pick of men. By the time the evening is over, not one, not two, but three take the beautiful dancer to the parking lot for an evening of sexual debauchery. While she's enjoying the hot feel of these hard bodies inside her, her sister Spice makes an appearance, and the parking lot runs red with blood.Later she meets a mysterious, fair-haired stranger who falls in love with her. Used to having any man she wants at her beck and call, she wonders if this man can satisfy the raging sexual appetite of both her and her devilish sister, or if should she send him back to the hole he crawled out of ... a hole called Hell!
Sugar and Spice: 3 Contemporary Romances
by Jenny JacobsOpposites attract, and these three romances between some of the most unlikely couples imaginable are sure to make you smile.Sadie's Story: When Type-A businessman Jordan Blaise walks into Sadie Rose Perkins's bookstore, she's hoping to sell a book, but she's ready for anything--except posing as his wife-to-be to convince his dying mother he's found his happily ever after.Enlisted by Love: Ex-army officer Matthew Blake is eager to start a new career, until he comes up against the most challenging obstacle he's ever encountered: Greta Ferguson, the interior designer who challenges his every order.The Matchmaker Meets Her Match: Matchmaker Rilka Arpad's new client, war veteran Jeremy Ford, ends up being everything she dislikes about her career: he just wants a bed partner. Is he being honest, or is his request a way to hide behind emotions only she can help him work through?Sensuality Level: Behind Closed Doors
Sugar and Spice: A Selection From Learning To Love (Debbie Macomber Classics)
by Debbie MacomberA kindhearted librarian gets more than she bargained for when she sets out to find the man of her dreams—by the book, of course—in this charming novel from #1 New York Times bestselling author Debbie Macomber.Jayne Gilbert longs to attend her high-school reunion with a handsome man on her arm. Still single ten years after graduation, Jayne wants nothing more than to prove her former bullies wrong. The only romances in her life are those she reads about so, at the encouragement of her coworker, a determined Jayne decides to do her research.As Jayne prepares to teach herself how to land a man, an encounter with her neighbor Riley Chambers quickly changes everything. Just when she believed she&’d be alone forever, Jayne finds herself falling for Riley in ways she never expected. But Riley is just as bold and mysterious as Jayne is prim and proper. Opposites may attract, but are Riley and Jayne built to last?
Sugar on Top (Sugar, Georgia #2)
by Marina AdairFrom the author of the nationally bestselling St. Helena Vineyard series comes a sexy new book set in Sugar, Georgia..."Marina Adair writes with heart and sizzling heat."--Jill Shalvis, New York Times bestselling author She's sassy and sweetThe last thing Glory Mann wants is to become chairman of the Miss Peach Pageant in Sugar, Georgia. Spending months hearing nothing but the clinking of pearls and judgment? No thank you! But when Glory is forced to take the rap for a scandal she didn't commit, the judge sentences her to head the committee. Even worse, her co-chairman is rugged, ripped . . . and barely knows she's alive. He's ready and willingSingle dad Cal McGraw can't take any more drama in his life. After a difficult divorce, his little girl became a boy-crazy teenager and his hands are full. The last thing he needs is to spend his down time with the town bad girl. Glory is pure trouble--tempting and tantalizing trouble. But he can't deny the strong chemistry between them-or how her touch turns him inside out. Now as squabbles threaten to blow up the contest and the town of Sugar itself, Cal must risk everything on the sexy wild card to get a second chance at love . . .
Sugar's Daddy
by Sarah Hadley BrookWhen Cooper’s cat Sugar gets stuck in the tree -- again -- he isn’t sure what to do. He’s afraid of heights, snow has begun to fall, and he isn’t dressed for winter weather. As he pleads with Sugar to come down, a sexy stranger appears out of nowhere to save the day.Adam is surprised to see a cute guy with no shoes standing out in the snow under a tree, but when the guy starts to drop to the ground, Adam flies into rescue mode and catches him just in time. The weird thing is, once Adam has Cooper in his arms, he’s pretty sure letting him go isn’t going to be easy. Can finding your soulmate happen in an instant?
Sugar's Twice As Sweet: Book 1 (Sugar, Georgia #1)
by Marina Adair"Marina Adair writes with heart and sizzling heat. SUGAR'S TWICE AS SWEET will charm you!" --Jill Shalvis, New York Times bestselling author "A can't miss read with small town sweetness, endearing characters and a unique quirky flair. " --Carly Phillips, New York Times bestselling author on SUGAR'S TWICE AS SWEET He's trouble she doesn't need . . . Thanks to a cheating fiancé, Josephina Harrington's perfect life just crashed and burned. Moving in with her overbearing parents is definitely not an option. No, she needs to prove she can make it on her own. And she will-by turning her great-aunt's old plantation house into a destination getaway. She's just not expecting her contractor to be so hands-on-and so totally irresistible. . . . but everything she wants Bad-boy golf champion Brett McGraw figured his hometown of Sugar, Georgia was the perfect place to lay low and get his life back up to par. The leggy blonde with a pint-sized pup is the kind of sweet 'n sassy trouble he never saw coming. She doesn't know a nut from a bolt and before long, he's renovating her house . . . as she steals his heart. Can he convince Josephina that his womanizing ways are in the past and he's ready for forever?
Sugar, Spice, and Can't Play Nice (Chai Masala Club #2)
by Annika SharmaPayal is a girl on the verge—of living a life she's always dreamt of, becoming a rising star in fashion, and...of marriage?!When her parents insist she marry fellow Londoner and serial dater Ayaan Malhotra in order to save their company, Payal has a choice: stick it to her dysfunctional family but put her hard-earned fashion success on hold...or get engaged to save her family's fortune and rescue her own dream-come-true life.Ayaan has always been seen as the reckless spare to his brother, the golden child heir to their parents' company. A little wild, a little broken, and desperate to prove himself, Ayaan agrees to get engaged to Payal—on the condition that he gets 50 percent stake in his parents' company.Neither Payal nor Ayaan anticipate the challenges of keeping their respective agendas behind the engagement to themselves: a meddlesome grandmother, a spurned ex-girlfriend, two families with stakes of their own, a fashion brand on the line, and, unexpectedly, actually liking each other. But as the two race toward an impending engagement ceremony date, they realize that maybe they aren't just in this for business…and perhaps, love is in the cards after all.
Sugar, Spice, and Spellcraft
by D. E. PaulsonJakob Kuratowski is a lot of things—a witch, a baker… and a lightweight. Which is how, after a rare night of drinking and dancing, he becomes the mate of an alpha werewolf.Jakob doesn&’t trust his new mate, Erik Lindstrom, any farther than he can throw him, and he&’s not about to give up the life he&’s built and the job he loves and go live with a bunch of werewolves just because his accidental husband wants him to. Werewolves might have a mystical instinct about their mates, but Jakob needs time.That doesn&’t stop him from helping *their pack*, as Erik insists on calling it, when they have magic trouble. He even lets Erik woo him a little. But when the deadly threat of the unlife—ravenous abominations who dwell in the dark place between the living and the dead—set their sights on Erik, Jakob has to step up and into his role in the pack to save the man he&’s coming to love.
Sugar: A Novel (Fate Ser.)
by Kimberly StuartAfter realizing her coworkers at L’Ombre, a high-profile restaurant in NYC, will never appreciate or respect her, Charlie Garrett allows her ex-boyfriend, Avery Michaels, to convince her to work for him as executive pastry chef at his new Seattle hotspot, Thrill. She’ll have her own kitchen, her own staff-everything she ever wanted professionally.When she arrives at Thrill, however, she realizes that Avery wanted more than a pastry chef for his restaurant-he wanted a costar for the reality show they’re filming about the restaurant and its staff. Charlie is uncomfortable with the idea at first, but she soon realizes that this is her chance to show the world what women in the kitchen are capable of. She sets some ground rules with the film crew, signs a non-disclosure agreement, and promptly meets the man of her dreams, Kai, off-camera.The show, and her demanding work schedule as head of the pastry kitchen, makes it nearly impossible for Charlie and Kai to spend time together. Drama on and off the set soon take a toll on Charlie’s well-being, forcing her to choose if life in front of the camera is worth sacrificing life behind the scenes.Sugar is a contemporary romance, set in the high-pressure commercial kitchens of New York and Seattle. A funny and clever story of how a female chef learns to thrive in the ruthless world of premier restaurants.