Fresh Reads, Honest reviews, Educator-approved
Culinary delights abound, romance lingers in the air, and plans go terribly, wonderfully astray in this historical tale. It’s 1830s England, and Culinarians—doyens who consult with society’s elite to create gorgeous food and confections—are the crème de la crème of high society.
When Ellie is dumped by her boyfriend, she’s forced to make new friends—while watching him swoon over his new girlfriend—in The Secret Recipe for Moving On. Sharing a ‘life skills’ class with her ex feels like a recipe for disaster until Ellie finds unexpected friendship, self-worth, and a new sense of purpose. Through laughter and competition, she learns that sometimes the best relationships are the ones that help you rediscover yourself.
Graduation. Uncertainty. One summer to find herself. The Getaway List is a joyful, heart-tugging story of friendship, self-discovery, and the unexpected adventure of figuring out who you really are.
Planning a Coming Out party. Crushing on the new girl. Balancing bills, school, and dreams. Friday I’m in Love is a vibrant, heartfelt story about identity, love, and celebrating who you are.
Charlie’s shy. Nick’s sweet. And their friendship might just be turning into something more. Heartstopper: Volume One is a gentle, joyful story of first love that will leave you smiling—and wanting more.