Synopses & Reviews
In the bestselling tradition of Jojo Moyes and Jennifer Weiner, Jenny Colgan's moving, funny, and unforgettable novel tells the story of a heartbroken young woman who turns a new page in her life . . . by becoming a baker in the town of Cornwall
A quiet seaside resort. An abandoned shop. A small flat. This is what awaits Polly Waterford when she arrives at the Cornish coast, fleeing a ruined relationship.
To keep her mind off her troubles, Polly throws herself into her favorite hobby: making bread. But her relaxing weekend diversion quickly develops into a passion. As she pours her emotions into kneading and pounding the dough, each loaf becomes better than the last. Soon, Polly is working her magic with nuts and seeds, chocolate and sugar, and the local honey—courtesy of a handsome beekeeper. Packed with laughter and emotion, Little Beach Street Bakery is the story of how one woman discovered bright new life where she least expected—a heartwarming, mouthwatering modern-day Chocolat that has already become a massive international bestseller.
Includes 7 Recipes!
Review
“I loved Little Beach Street Bakery. Losing myself in Jenny Colgans beautiful pages is the most delicious, comforting, satisfying treat I have had in ages.” Jane Green, < i=""> New York Times <> betselling author of < i=""> Saving Grace <> and < i=""> Tempting Fate <>
Review
“Sheer indulgence from start to finish.” Sophie Kinsella, #1 < i=""> New York Times <> betselling author of the Shopaholic series
Synopsis
For fans of Sophie Kinsella, Jojo Moyes, and Jennifer Weiner, a moving, laugh-out-loud novel—with recipes!—about a young woman who begins her life anew as a baker in Cornwall.
Amid the ruins of her latest relationship, Polly Waterford moves far away to the sleepy seaside resort of Polbearne, where she lives in a small, lonely flat above an abandoned shop.
To distract her from her troubles, Polly throws herself into her favorite hobby: making bread. But her relaxing weekend diversion quickly develops into a passion. As she pours her emotions into kneading and pounding the dough, each loaf becomes better than the last. Soon, Polly is working her magic with nuts and seeds, olives and chorizo, and the local honey-courtesy of a handsome local beekeeper. Drawing on reserves of determination and creativity Polly never knew she had, she bakes and bakes . . . and discovers a bright new life where she least expected it.
About the Author
Jenny Colgan is the New York Times-bestselling author of numerous novels, including Christmas at the Cupcake Café, The Loveliest Chocolate Shop in Paris, Welcome to Rosie Hopkins' Sweetshop of Dreams, and Meet Me at the Cupcake Café, all international bestsellers. Jenny is married with three children and lives in London and France.