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The Secret Recipe for Second Chances

A charming novel of second chances, delicious recipes and love
By J.D. Barrett
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The Secret Recipe for Second Chances by J.D. Barrett is a poignant tale of love, food, and finding oneself. The story centres around Lucy Muir, a chef whose life takes an unexpected turn after a personal setback. Discovering a unique property with a rich history, she finds inspiration in unravelling its secrets, all while dealing with the complexities of her relationships. This novel beautifully blends romance and culinary delights in a journey of self-rediscovery.
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You might enjoy this delightful novel if you appreciate uplifting stories about finding love and redemption while juggling life's unexpected twists. With a charming blend of romance and a dash of magical culinary flair, it’s perfect for those who love heartwarming tales with a sprinkling of whimsy and a focus on second chances.

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The Secret Recipe for Second Chances

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Lucy Muir is leaving her husband. It's complicated. They're joint owners and chefs at one of the best restaurants in town, so making a clean break is tough. But, let's face it, a woman can only take so much cheating, recipe stealing and lack of good grace.

Despondently driving around the back streets of Woolloomooloo one night, Lucy happens upon an old, empty terrace that was once the city's hottest restaurant: Fortune. One minute she's peering through grimy windows into an abandoned space, the next she's planning a pop-up bistro.

When Lucy fires up Fortune's old kitchen, she discovers a little red recipe book that belonged to the former chef, the infamous Frankie Summers. As she cries over the ingredients for Frankie's French Onion Soup, she imagines what Fortune was like in its heyday. It's strange, Lucy can sense Frankie beside her, almost see him there...

This fiery chef, who lived with a passion for food and women in almost equal measure, just might help Lucy cook herself up a better life. But is she brave enough to believe?

The Secret Recipe for Second Chances is a surprising, smart, charming novel that shows every day brings with it a second chance.

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The Secret Recipe for Second Chances is described as charming and delightful, blending light-heartedness with substance and featuring rich, engaging characters. The book is likened to a French farce, enhanced by mouth-watering food descriptions and enticing recipes that add to its allure.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780733638299

Publisher: Hachette Australia

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 28 March 2017

Country: Australia

Imprint: Hachette Australia

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 24.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 197.0mm

Weight: 320g

Pages: 352

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Fiction General Fiction J.D. Barrett Literary Fiction

About the Author

J.D. Barrett is an Australian television writer and script editor with a passion for good food and creating great meals. She has worked on the writing teams for LOVE MY WAY, EAST OF EVERYTHING, BED OF ROSES, WONDERLAND and LOVE CHILD. J.D. lives between Sydney, Byron Bay and Los Angeles. THE SECRET RECIPE FOR SECOND CHANCES was her debut novel and THE SONG OF US is her second book.

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