Sweet and Savory Books
While making last-minute preparations for her wedding, which is three weeks away, Candace Woodrow, owner of Gift Baskets to Die For, finds herself distracted by her new--and dangerously sexy--client, Michael Vogler, who challenges her to take the biggest risk of her life. Original.
What would you do to get back the love of your life? Nothing like a little breakup to remind a man why he loves a woman and what an idiot he's been. After a clunky marriage proposal, Rebecca Wilson breaks up with Jeremy Hamilton, an engineer lacking a romance chromosome. She goes away for the summer and thinks she has found true love. When she returns with a broken heart, Jeremy seizes the opportunity to convince her to give him a second chance. But it isn't until he brings out his wild and fun side that Jeremy sees a dim flicker of hope for a future with Rebecca. His determination drives Rebecca to break into her secret cookie stash, hoping Thin Mints can make her forget Mr. Wrong. She's already been burned twice before--is she ready to take a second chance on love? *Special bonus material: Recipes written by the characters inside!* THE SWEET AND SAVORY ROMANCE series: Book 0.5 – The Groom Wanted Seconds Book 1 – The Bride Wore Chocolate Book 2 – The Devil Served Desire Book 3 – The Angel Tasted Temptation Book 3.5 – The Millionaire Tempted Fate Book 4 – The Playboy Savored Seduction Book 4.5 – The Beauty Charmed Santa Book 5 – The Boss Courted Trouble Author's Note: While THE GROOM WANTED SECONDS can easily be read as a stand-alone story, you'll likely enjoy reading the other SWEET AND SAVORY ROMANCES, too. ABOUT THE AUTHOR: New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Shirley Jump spends her days writing romance and women's fiction to feed her shoe addiction and avoid cleaning the toilets. She cleverly finds writing time by feeding her kids junk food, allowing them to dress in the clothes they find on the floor and encouraging the dogs to double as vacuum cleaners. Look for her Sweet and Savory Romance series, including the USA Today bestselling book, THE BRIDE WORE CHOCOLATE, and her Sweetheart Club series for Berkley, starting with THE SWEETHEART BARGAIN. Visit her website at www.shirleyjump.com or read recipes and life adventures at www.eating-my-words.com.
The second book in New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Shirley Jump’s irresistible Sweet and Savory Romances. Maria Pagliano is a woman on a diet mission. Desperate to drop a dress size before her reunion, she joins the Chubby Chums. But waiting next door is sexy, tempting chef and restaurateur Dante Del Rosso. Dante is all wrong for Maria. He tastes and smells like all the foods she has stricken from her diet. But Maria’s love for her singing grandfather, cantankerous grandmother, and matchmaking mother all fill a long-empty spot in Dante’s heart. He sets out to win her, using every weapon he has, including his tortellini. He’s offering her the very thing she’s got no willpower to resist—desire on a plate. *Special bonus material: Recipes written by the characters inside!* *The original version of this book was published in 2005, and titled as The Devil Served Tortellini.*
Shirley Jump dishes up a red-hot romance in the third installment of her Sweet and Savory Romances series. Exotic food and a no-strings attached hunk top Meredith Shordon’s “I-Want” list when she leaves her life behind in Indiana and heads for Boston to experience big city life. At the top of her list? Losing her virginity to Mr. Right Now, without getting tangled up with Mr. Right. Reformed party animal Travis Campbell won’t be tempted—until he meets the determined Indiana farm girl and realizes taking a bite of temptation only leaves him wanting more. He’s just sworn off women for thirty days, but Meredith is doing her best to tempt him into her bed, before he captures her heart. *Special bonus material: Recipes written by the characters inside!* *The original version of this book was published in 2005, and titled as The Angel Craved Lobster.*
Santa's the one on the naughty list this year! When Cole Benson agrees to play Old Saint Nick at a Boston-area mall, the former actor is desperate to regain his career. What he doesn't count on is his seeing his ex, Stephanie Taylor, working as one of the elves. The fire that once simmered between them is lit all over again, and Cole begins to wonder if maybe he can bring about a second chance this Christmas. He doesn't realize that Stephanie is hiding a big secret, one that will put this Santa in a compromising position, and make him wonder whether he did the right thing leaving town all those years ago. Stephanie takes a chance on falling for the playboy again, even if it means waking up alone on Christmas morning. Is Santa here to stay this time? Will he become the family man Stephanie needs? Or will he hop in his sleigh as soon as the holiday is over? *Special bonus material: Recipes written by the characters inside!* THE SWEET AND SAVORY ROMANCE series: Book 0.5 – The Groom Wanted Seconds Book 1 – The Bride Wore Chocolate Book 2 – The Devil Served Desire Book 3 – The Angel Tasted Temptation Book 3.5 – The Millionaire Tempted Fate Book 4 – The Playboy Savored Seduction Book 4.5 – The Beauty Charmed Santa Book 5 – The Boss Courted Trouble Author's Note: While THE BEAUTY CHARMED SANTA can easily be read as a stand-alone story, you'll likely enjoy reading the other SWEET AND SAVORY ROMANCES, too. ABOUT THE AUTHOR: New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Shirley Jump spends her days writing romance and women's fiction to feed her shoe addiction and avoid cleaning the toilets. She cleverly finds writing time by feeding her kids junk food, allowing them to dress in the clothes they find on the floor and encouraging the dogs to double as vacuum cleaners. Look for her Sweet and Savory Romance series, including the USA Today bestselling book, THE BRIDE WORE CHOCOLATE, and her Sweetheart Club series for Berkley, starting with THE SWEETHEART BARGAIN. Visit her website at www.shirleyjump.com or read recipes and life adventures at www.eating-my-words.com.
Another laugh-out-loud love story from New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Shirley Jump’s wickedly delightful Sweet and Savory Romances series. It’s the Sweetest Mess to Date When Olivia Regan bids on a sexy Boston celebrity at a charity auction, her intentions are not what they seem. Plagued by a never-ending cycle of failed marketing plans for her pastry business, Olivia is sure that her newest ploy—with charming playboy Daniel Worth at the center—will succeed. Well, as long as she can resist his deep blue eyes and million-dollar smile. Daniel Worth has never felt like he had a purpose in life and wants a taste of the determined drive he sees in the fiery Olivia. He’s intrigued by Olivia and her high-priced bid—as well as the fact that he can’t buy her in return. Olivia’s beauty and fight-to-the-end attitude drive Daniel to put his inheritance at risk and take a chance on the irresistible pastry chef, even if falling for her means treading on dangerous ground. Olivia is determined to protect her wounded heart, but soon realizes bidding on Daniel Worth has created a mess, not just in her business, but also in her heart! *Special bonus material: Recipes written by the characters inside!* *This title was originally released as The Bachelor Preferred Pastry in 2006.*
New York Times bestselling author Shirley Jump takes a bow with the final novel in her addictive Sweet and Savory Romances series. Say Cheese! Blacklisted from every modeling venture in New York City, Madison Worth finds herself chasing a second-chance gig on a dairy farm in rural Massachusetts: spokesmodel for the Cheese Pleese Company. But nothing can prepare her for the handsome, six foot-two owner, Jack Pleeseman. With the death knell tolling for his 160-year-old family business, Jack is banking everything on his devastatingly beautiful top-model hire—but “everything” just took on a whole new meaning. His ex-wife wants to whisk their daughter off to Europe and he must fight for custody, all while trying to ignore Madison’s mile-high legs. Determined to avoid the sizzling sparks and oh-so-hot kiss they shared, Madison and Jack work together to put Jack’s business back on the map. That is, until a chance to redeem her career lures Madison back to New York City—at the cost of losing Jack forever. Now Jack is left to choose—everything he has worked for—or the woman he has waited a lifetime to love. *Special bonus material: Recipes written by the characters inside!* *This title was originally released as Pretty Bad in 2007.*
What if you fell in love with your best friend? When Angie Wilson realizes her best friend Max is planning on proposing to Miss Wrong on Valentine's Day, Angie sets out to win his heart in ten days. From showing him her sexy side to a disastrous attempt at cooking dinner, her plan goes awry at every turn. One night, too much rum, and a hot time in Angie's bed has Max rethinking his logical proposal to a woman who may look good on paper, but isn't the one who captures his heart like Angie does. But is he willing to risk losing his best friend in order to have the happy ending he secretly craves? *Special bonus material: Recipes written by the characters inside!* THE SWEET AND SAVORY ROMANCE series: Book 0.5 – The Groom Wanted Seconds Book 1 – The Bride Wore Chocolate Book 2 – The Devil Served Desire Book 3 – The Angel Tasted Temptation Book 3.5 – The Millionaire Tempted Fate Book 4 – The Playboy Savored Seduction Book 4.5 – The Beauty Charmed Santa Book 5 – The Boss Courted Trouble Author's Note: While THE MILLIONAIRE TEMPTED FATE can easily be read as a stand-alone story, you'll likely enjoy reading the other SWEET AND SAVORY ROMANCES, too. REVIEWS: "The Millionaire Tempted Fate" is sweet, sexy and downright fun. I found it both hilarious and heart-wrenching to watch Angie and Max struggle with their inconvenient yet undeniable mutual desire, and I couldn't wait for Max to realize that what he wants most has always been closer than he could ever have imagined! The recipes at the beginning of each chapter will tempt and tickle you, and the story itself will thoroughly charm you." - Kathy L. Altman, Reader on Amazon.com "Wonderfully written love story that kept you fully engaged in their story and had you rooting for them to get on the same page and stay together. I would definitely read this story again and will recommend it to my friends." - Brenda Franks, Amazon.com Review ABOUT THE AUTHOR: New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Shirley Jump spends her days writing romance and women's fiction to feed her shoe addiction and avoid cleaning the toilets. She cleverly finds writing time by feeding her kids junk food, allowing them to dress in the clothes they find on the floor and encouraging the dogs to double as vacuum cleaners. Look for her Sweet and Savory Romance series, including the USA Today bestselling book, THE BRIDE WORE CHOCOLATE, and her Sweetheart Club series for Berkley, starting with THE SWEETHEART BARGAIN. Visit her website at www.shirleyjump.com or read recipes and life adventures at www.eating-my-words.com.