Love at 350°
A Novel
(Sprache: Englisch)
"Tori Moore is a popular high school chemistry teacher and avid home baker who longs for something new, especially as she faces an empty nest as a single mom. At the urging of her twin teenagers, she auditions for the American Bake-o-Rama TV competition,...
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"Tori Moore is a popular high school chemistry teacher and avid home baker who longs for something new, especially as she faces an empty nest as a single mom. At the urging of her twin teenagers, she auditions for the American Bake-o-Rama TV competition, telling herself that if she did somehow make it all the way, the prize money could allow her to finally open her own bakery. But still reeling from her divorce and long-held identity as responsible and risk-averse, she knows it's not just money that's standing between her and her dreams. On set, Tori immediately catches the eye of Kendra Campbell, the notoriously ruthless (and terminally single) celebrity chef and Bake-o-Rama judge. Kendra is desperate to save her beloved restaurant and expand her Chippy Chunk cookie empire, and the show is her ticket to financial security. But, as both her brother and the programming VP inform her, she needs to soften her approach in order to appease viewers seeking a feel-good time. After years spent fighting for space in a male-dominated industry, Kendra finds it challenging-and surprisingly rewarding-to make the shift from harsh critique to encouragement and support. Can she take the same approach to her love life?"--
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ITori Moore scanned her classroom, checking her fifth-period Biochemistry of Baking students progress. Three of Sequoia High s star football players were pulverizing dry ice in a blender ahead of mixing it into their strawberry and chocolate bases to fast freeze the ice cream. Another team hovered around a saucepan, willing a cup of caramel sauce into existence out of white sugar, water, kosher salt, and immense patience. Some students were candying walnuts; others were making marshmallow fluff. A pair of ambitious sophomores were attempting to make a homegrown version of M&M s. Each student had already written a term paper describing the chemical reactions and biodiversity that conjured the magic of dessert. At the end of today s class if all went well they d get to eat their homework. All that stood between them and summer vacation was making ice cream sundaes. With all the ingredients made from scratch.
Oh, sugar, she heard one of the football players mutter as his blender stalled. Whenever Tori heard an outburst like that, she smiled. It meant that the fifteen teenagers, who could have easily spent the period gossiping or chucking chocolate chips at one another, were concentrating completely on their final exam.
It also meant her students respected her enough to follow her rules; namely, that when they got stuck, literally or figuratively, they could swear as loudly as they wanted as long as they used baking terms. Her personal favorites from this semester s class were Lamination! and Choux!
Crouching down to use the classroom s paper towel dispenser as a mirror, Tori took a minute to freshen up. She adjusted the green-and-gold paisley scarf she d received as a present from a student last Christmas, which she wore often because it amplified her hazel eyes, and corralled her thick hair into a ponytail, making a mental note to book a cut and color appointment since the gray hairs were infiltrating the strawberry blonde again. She
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also confirmed that she didn t have cocoa powder mixed in with the freckles across the bridge of her nose. Standing back up, she brushed a smudge of brown sugar off her hip and turned her attention to her students.
Ten minutes, folks! Tori s co-teacher, Della DeMarco, warned the students. Her update was met by a chorus of groans and barked orders to fellow teammates.
Dude, we need more CO2. The strawberry ice cream is soup!
No, no, no, don t let the sugar crystallize!
Hold the candy still, Katy. The Ms are blurry!
Tori caught Della s eye: They were both beaming with pride. Della was the Skills for Living teacher, and they d developed this curriculum together a few years back based on a conversation they d had during their shared lunch break.
I m sick of kids thinking my class is the same old-timey, prim Home Ec where their grandmothers sewed aprons decades ago, Della had said, taking a bite of her peanut butter and jelly sandwich and leaving a ring of coral lipstick on the white bread. I got into this field because I want kids to learn how to take care of themselves. Be self-sufficient, manage their money, set some goals. She d adjusted her cat-eye glasses and leaned in. You know, they used to call this Domestic Science for a reason. Now, kids blow it off as an easy A and barely try.
I know what you mean, Tori had said, unwrapping her caprese sandwich. They take my chemistry class to get into college, but a lot of them think they ll never use the information again, so they do the bare minimum. I wish we weren t so tied to the textbook.
Della s dark eyes focused on To
Ten minutes, folks! Tori s co-teacher, Della DeMarco, warned the students. Her update was met by a chorus of groans and barked orders to fellow teammates.
Dude, we need more CO2. The strawberry ice cream is soup!
No, no, no, don t let the sugar crystallize!
Hold the candy still, Katy. The Ms are blurry!
Tori caught Della s eye: They were both beaming with pride. Della was the Skills for Living teacher, and they d developed this curriculum together a few years back based on a conversation they d had during their shared lunch break.
I m sick of kids thinking my class is the same old-timey, prim Home Ec where their grandmothers sewed aprons decades ago, Della had said, taking a bite of her peanut butter and jelly sandwich and leaving a ring of coral lipstick on the white bread. I got into this field because I want kids to learn how to take care of themselves. Be self-sufficient, manage their money, set some goals. She d adjusted her cat-eye glasses and leaned in. You know, they used to call this Domestic Science for a reason. Now, kids blow it off as an easy A and barely try.
I know what you mean, Tori had said, unwrapping her caprese sandwich. They take my chemistry class to get into college, but a lot of them think they ll never use the information again, so they do the bare minimum. I wish we weren t so tied to the textbook.
Della s dark eyes focused on To
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Autoren-Porträt von Lisa Peers
Lisa Peers is a writer with a passion for smart, funny love stories with well-deserved happy endings. She has acted professionally in San Francisco, produced TV and radio programs in Detroit, and is currently a creative director for an international marketing agency. A Harvard graduate with an MFA in acting from the American Conservatory Theater in San Francisco, Lisa lives with her partner Dani in metro Detroit, not far from their three grown children, along with their beloved cats and way too much yarn. And plenty of sweets.
Bibliographische Angaben
- Autor: Lisa Peers
- 2023, 336 Seiten, Maße: 13,5 x 20,4 cm, Kartoniert (TB), Englisch
- Verlag: Penguin Random House
- ISBN-10: 0593595181
- ISBN-13: 9780593595183
- Erscheinungsdatum: 05.10.2023
Sprache:
Englisch
Pressezitat
This grumpy/sunshine romance is a delightful treat from start to finish. In addition to Tori and Kendra s love story, Love at 350° is a love letter to food, to friendship, and to pursuing your dreams even when they scare you. For anyone who likes to de-stress with a romcom or a TV baking competition, this book is sure to hit the spot. Susie Dumond, author of Queerly BelovedSatisfies every craving as a GBBO fan. Smart Bitches, Trashy Books
From the slow-burn love story to the unforgettable cast of supporting characters, this book is as warm and satisfying as the baked goods that fill its pages! Camille Kellogg, author of Just as You Are
A sapphic romance for us gays who spend Saturdays baking pies . . . If you re looking for a cozy read, Love at 350° is absolutely it. Autostraddle
Love at 350° is a delicious mix of heart and humor. Peers delicately blends fun, romance, and new beginnings in her debut novel to create something truly enjoyable. Sophie Sullivan, author of Ten Rules for Faking It
Scrumptiously entertaining . . . Fans of a certain popular British baking show will be giddy with delight, and romance readers will especially adore Peers s superbly rendered protagonists and the insightful way she has them demonstrate that falling in love is not limited to those under 40. Booklist
A delightful blend of romance and comedy . . . Offers a delicious narrative set in the scenic Sonoma wine country, filled with warmth, humor, and the intricate dance of budding romance, promising readers a journey as satisfying as a chocolate lava cake. Gobookmart
Slow burn at its best; the tension between Kendra and Tori is palpable and jumps off the page. Fans of foodie romances and The Great British Baking Show will love this delightful novel. Library Journal
A delicious kisses-only read . . . The competition will have readers turning pages, hungry to know what comes next and
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who will be sent home. There s sabotage afoot as well, lending the story a little mystery beyond how the likable Kendra and Tori will finally get together. BookPage
A classic case of grump meets sunshine . . . The high stakes of fame and money don t stop the romance itself from being cozy, with endearing romantic notes and gifts reminding readers that it s all about love. The supporting cast including Tori s children, her ex-wife, and her main baking competition, Natalie add dimension and help propel the story. . . . Like the apple pie recipe included at the back of the book, this is a simple but satisfying treat. Publishers Weekly
A classic case of grump meets sunshine . . . The high stakes of fame and money don t stop the romance itself from being cozy, with endearing romantic notes and gifts reminding readers that it s all about love. The supporting cast including Tori s children, her ex-wife, and her main baking competition, Natalie add dimension and help propel the story. . . . Like the apple pie recipe included at the back of the book, this is a simple but satisfying treat. Publishers Weekly
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