by Rachel Linden
New York: Berkley, 2026. 370 pages. Romance.
Paris trained chocolatier and single mother Emmie Wynne gave up her own dreams six years ago when she returned to her Pacific Northwest coastal tourist town to run her family's struggling candy store. Now on her thirty-fourth birthday, Emmie has only one wish, to be granted the vision that every Wynne woman is given once in her lifetime-a shimmering glimpse of her true destiny. This year, when she blows out her candles, it finally comes true. Her vision is more delectable than she could've imagined-her very own artisanal chocolate shop filled with decadent truffles and caramels, and her celebrity crush, Henry Summers, down on one knee. When Henry arrives in town for the summer, offering Emmie the opportunity of a lifetime, the future in her vision suddenly seems possible. But a rekindled connection with Jakob, her former high school best friend turned hunky, brooding tattooed baker, forces Emmie to grapple with the bittersweet realization that her destiny may not be what her heart truly wants. As the culmination of her vision draws nearer, can Emmie find the courage to create a happiness of her own making?
This is a sweet romance that answers the question: What if your dreams come true and it’s not what you expect it to be? With charming characters, a quaint setting, and a fun premise, this book does not disappoint. It’s a cozy and feel-good read and may or may not make you crave chocolate. This book is recommended for anyone who wants to live life with a little more whimsy and romance.
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