“That’s the thing with putting yourself out of your comfort zone: once you get there, you’re like, Now I’m uncomfortable, what am I supposed to be doing?
Of trying to push the envelope and taking a chance on your dreams. There is a lovable bi-sexual ex/ best friend and meddling parents on the horizon.Ī lot of persons would be able to relate to Rosaline’s dilemma of being grateful for her life but craving more. His total opposite is Alain, a perfectionist, and total knob. I like the diversity and range of the characters– Harry, has anxiety issues and constantly overanalyzes things in his head but there’s such a sweet quality about him.
I enjoyed that this book explores the harsh realities of parenting when you don’t fit the cookie-cutter mold of what society deems as an appropriate parent. Especially when you’re bi or pan or something because people are always going to make assumptions about you based on who you’re with.” “Sexuality is about what you feel more than what you do. This novel emanated “ realistic romance” vibes and explores Rosaline’s constant struggles with articulating her sexuality while balancing romance and motherhood. In this comical tale of her mini-mid-life crisis, Rosaline decides to pursue her lifelong dream of baking on a nationally televised British baking competition. Rosaline Palmer, our bi-sexual mother of one, is a hot mess (her words, not my own). “Hitler’s original plan was to be a painter. Original plans don’t count.” Lauren finished her wine with gusto. Yet as the competition-and the ovens-heat up, Rosaline starts to realize the most delicious bakes come from the heart. Rosaline fears falling for Harry is a guaranteed recipe for disaster. Suave, well-educated, and parent-approved Alain Pope knows all the right moves to sweep her off her feet, but it’s shy electrician Harry Dobson who makes Rosaline question her long-held beliefs-about herself, her family, and her desires. However, more than collapsing trifles stand between Rosaline and sweet, sweet victory. Winning the prize money would give her daughter the life she deserves-and Rosaline is determined to stick to the instructions. and Rosaline has just landed a spot on the nation’s most beloved baking show. Now, with a paycheck as useful as greaseproof paper and a house crumbling faster than biscuits in tea, she’s teetering on the edge of financial disaster. Rosaline Palmer has always lived by those rules-well, except for when she dropped out of college to raise her daughter, Amelie. Following the recipe is the key to a successful bake.
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