The Broken Hearts Bakery, Carla Laureano
The Broken Hearts Bakery, Carla Laureano
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The Broken Hearts Bakery

Author: Carla Laureano

Narrator: Avery Reid

Unabridged: 9 hr 27 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: Tantor Media

Published: 07/11/2023

Synopsis

When Gemma left her hometown of Haven Ridge, Colorado, she swore she'd never return. And she's kept that promise, leaving old shadows behind and building her reputation as one of LA's preeminent family law attorneys. But when her lifelong best friend begs Gemma to come stay with her teen stepdaughter while she's on a business trip, she doesn't have the heart to refuse. She'll simply keep a low profile, do her honorary aunt duties for Taylor, and be gone before anyone notices.

But Haven Ridge seems to have a mind of its own, and before she knows it, Gemma finds herself caught up with new friends and old rivalries. When Taylor is targeted by teen bullies, Gemma does the only thing she knows how to do: ply her honorary niece with baked goods and words of affirmation. Soon her temporary lodgings are ground zero for teenage girls seeking sugar and consolation for shockingly adult problems—which the girls soon dub the Broken Hearts Bakery.

Complicating matters is an unexpected reunion with Gemma's high school sweetheart, Stephen, who is determined to change her mind about him, the town, and the nature of love itself. Because as it turns out, her niece isn't the only one nursing a broken heart.

About Carla Laureano

Carla Laureano could never decide what she wanted to be when she grew up, so she decided to become a novelist-and she must be kinda okay at it because she's won two RWA RITA(R) Awards. When she's not writing, she can be found cooking and trying to read through her TBR shelf, which she estimates will be finished in 2054. She lives in Denver, Colorado, with her husband, two teen sons, and an opinionated cat named Willow.

Reviews

Goodreads review by Barbara on August 21, 2023

I thoroughly enjoy Laureano's books. Her writing is beautiful.. so rich and fluid. And this book did not disappoint when it came to her words. It truly is a wonderful story. The only "issue" I had was with content. Let me quickly say, this book is clean.. no language, no sex scenes (though some mome......more

Goodreads review by Carrie on April 15, 2023

4.5 stars When I hear the words ‘magical realism’, I immediately gravitate to that story. And whether it’s a subtle hint like we see in The Broken Hearts Bakery or a more overt factor, I’m here for it 100 percent. In Carla Laureano’s newest series, I adore the town of Haven Ridge as a character in i......more

Goodreads review by Courtney on April 24, 2023

The Broken Hearts Bakery is a story of hope and second chances, told in Laureano’s charming voice that instantly pulls the reader into the lives of the main characters. I especially enjoy the way this second chance romance is deeply emotional and brings with it a maturity the years between have wrou......more

Goodreads review by Heidi on February 24, 2023

From Endorsment: In The Broken Hearts Bakery, Carla Laureano delivers a completely heartwarming and romantic tale fit for a Hallmark movie. Authentic characters struggling with real-life issues had me cheering them on through my tears. A little bit of magic, a lot of yummy baked goods, and a deliciou......more

Goodreads review by Emilee on April 13, 2023

Set in a small town where everyone knows everyone. This book reminds me of a classic Hallmark movie. Return to hometown from big city job, festival, snow storm, misunderstanding and a happily ever after!......more

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