litwithmari 's review for:

Recipe for a Charmed Life by Rachel Linden

4.0

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✨Pub Day Review: RECIPE FOR A CHARMED LIFE✨

Thank you for my free copy @berkleypub #berkleypartner #berkley 

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💭 my thoughts ⤵️
- this was a cozy, atmospheric read with a touch of romance. If you love Paris or the PNW setting, this story occurs in both. I'm a PNW girl - so I loved it! 
- there is magical realism, but it's minimal, and I wish this had been explored more. 
- the food descriptions are so yummy, and I didn't ever get bored with how the author incorporated this into the story
- a handsome, grumpy local mystery man 👀 
- dual POV
- there are family secrets, mother/daughter relationship, rediscovering passions, and forgiveness. There are other heavier topics, but I don't want to spoil anything; check CW if needed. 

It gave Virgin River vibes (not the same plot at all) but just cozy, small-town, FMC running away from a big-city vibe. I appreciate how we get each of the character's backstories, making the story feel complete at the end. 

I have yet to read The Magic of Lemon Drop Pie, but I definitely will be adding it to my TBR. 

4⭐️ (i liked it!)
Genre: contemporary romance / magical realism 
Format: Physical 
Pub date: today! ✨
Pages: 362