FICTION

The Recipe Box

by Viola Shipman
St. Martin's. Mar. 2018. 336p. ISBN 9781250146779. $26.99; ebk. ISBN 9781250165329. F
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Recent culinary school graduate Sam knows she should feel fortunate to be working in one of the trendiest bakeries in New York. Cooking for a volatile reality-star chef who knows nothing about baking the goods he sells pushes Sam to the limit. Quitting and escaping to her family's orchard and bakery in northern Michigan, Sam returns to evaluate her life. For generations the women of her family have kept the orchard thriving, adapting to overcome financial challenges and weather disasters. Now Sam must overcome her own personal challenges and take guidance from her family. Learning more of each relative's journey through stories recalled in precious family recipes, she begins to overcome her fears and decide which direction her life will take.
VERDICT Shipman's (The Charm Bracelet; The Hope Chest) multigenerational creation skillfully layers the triumphs and struggles of each family member with recurring adages proven true no matter the era. She presents a thoroughly enchanting story of strength and resilience that love provides in families. Numerous recipes and delicious descriptions will further entice readers to try their hand at baking. [See Prepub Alert, 10/9/17.]
Reviewed by Joy Gunn, Paseo Verde Lib., Henderson, NV , Feb 15, 2018
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