The Sweetest Ingredient

<p><strong>It is a truth universally acknowledged that a baker in possession of a good fortune must be in want of a sassy flirt...</strong></p><p> </p><p>When Kenzi Middleton an out-of-work graphic designer and Jane Austen fangirl steps into Doughy Desires she expects an awkward blind date not a job interview. <em>Talk about mixed signals! </em>With financial pressures mounting Kenzi sees this twist of fate as a much-needed lifeline.</p><p><br>Which is why Kenzi lies through her teeth to the broodingly gorgeous bakery owner Mr. Darcy <em>erm</em>-Bishop Caine about her baking experience. Or lack thereof. And Kenzi knows she should absolutely not be crushing on her new boss she has enough trouble discerning sugar from salt.</p><p><br>Yet despite Bishop's gruff demeanor and the pressure of false pretenses they ignite a passion hotter than any oven. But just as Kenzi starts to weaken his stern exterior family drama spiteful rumors and a cutthroat bake-off threaten their budding romance.</p><p><br>If only Kenzi can get around the deceit of her baking bluff then she just might have a chance at happiness...</p><p><br><em>Will mixing flour and feelings lead to a recipe for disaster or can love prove the sweetest ingredient of all?</em></p><p><br><strong>Note</strong>: May cause uncontrollable cravings for baked goods. And while there is no sex or swearing passionate kisses are guaranteed!</p><p><br>Tropes: boss love small town romance friends-to-lovers slow burn forced proximity.</p><p> </p>