The Cake Therapist, by Judith Fertig
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A fiction debut that will leave you wanting seconds, from an award-winning cookbook author.Claire “Neely” O’Neil is a pastry chef of extraordinary talent. Every great chef can taste shimmering, elusive flavors that most of us miss, but Neely can “taste” feelings—cinnamon makes you remember; plum is pleased with itself; orange is a wake-up call. When flavor and feeling give Neely a glimpse of someone’s inner self, she can customize her creations to help that person celebrate love, overcome fear, even mourn a devastating loss.Maybe that’s why she feels the need to go home to Millcreek Valley at a time when her life seems about to fall apart. The bakery she opens in her hometown is perfect, intimate, just what she’s always dreamed of—and yet, as she meets her new customers, Neely has a sense of secrets, some dark, some perhaps with tempting possibilities. A recurring flavor of alarming intensity signals to her perfect palate a long-ago story that must be told.Neely has always been able to help everyone else. Getting to the end of this story may be just what she needs to help herself.
The Cake Therapist, by Judith Fertig- Amazon Sales Rank: #164658 in eBooks
- Published on: 2015-06-02
- Released on: 2015-06-02
- Format: Kindle eBook
Review "This book is a treat for the senses. And it was heartwarming to see that as Neely helped other people, she was also helping herself."FIRST Magazine for WomenA wonderful, entertaining, heartfelt novel by award-winning cookbook author Judith Fertig. Claire "Neely" O'Neil ends a marriage and opens a bakery in her home town, putting into play her talents as a baker and her special gift of "tasting" people's feelings and histories, the better to create their perfect cake and help them find answers to their personal problems. A simple and enjoyable read, the only negative being that I found myself asking "but what is going to happen next?" at the end of the book... but rumor has it that there is a sequel on the way! A warm, intriguing novel laced with mouthwatering descriptions of cakes, another great stocking stuffer for the friend who loves to read while sipping a cup of tea and enjoying a thick slice of cake. Visit Judith's website and blog here.Huffington Post
From the Author As a longtime and award-winning cookbook author, I want to give you, the reader, a novel that makes your senses come alive as it warms your heart . I'm a person who writes and reads cookbooks like novels--are you?? So it was wonderful to write a novel you can also read like a cookbook!If your book club chooses The Cake Therapist, it would be fun and delicious to bring treats from Bake Happy, my new cookbook all about increasing the flavor and delight in baking. Try the Creativity Kickstarter sugar cookies, the rainbow cake, or the strawberry birthday cake that inspired a scene in the novel.My best to you!
About the Author Judith Fertig is an award-winning cookbook author whose food and lifestyle writing has appeared in more than a dozen publications, including Bon Appétit, Saveur, and the New York Times. Judith attended Ecole de Cuisine La Varenne in Paris and the Graduate Summer Workshop at the University of Iowa Writers’ Workshop. She teaches cooking classes across the country and lives in Kansas City. The Cake Therapist is her first novel.
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13 of 13 people found the following review helpful. It Tastes Just Right By prisrob This book was not the story as advertised, as a matter of fact this book is quite strange. There is an undercurrent, an under storyline that does not make sense until nigh near the end. I am still not sure why this under storyline is needed, it is more of a stand alone book, the two stories do not seem to jive.That said, this had a nice romance/mystery line running through it. Claire O'Neill has come home to Ohio, she is escaping a marriage she can't quite face. She is a baker, and has made arrangements sight unseen for an old building to be made into a new bakery. And, her grandmother, who is now in an old age home, has left her house to Claire or Neely as she is known. The same builder has redone much of her home. So, as she rides up in her rental truck, life a new begins.Tbroughout the book, as Neely is trying to make her bakery a go. We are introduced to people in the 1800's, 1944 and then the present. This older timeline as I have said does not fit and was annoying to begin with. It was not until the end when 2+2 started to add up, that I became interested. A lot of characters in this book, most of them have a place, and this is the story I wanted. No recipes intertwined, only lots of different kind best of butter creams, cakes and infusers, cupcakes, cookies, frostings, early morning cupcakes, coffee cakes, rolls, lots of cinnamon, and more, but no recipes to share.Neely also can feel a taste when she meets someone new, a salty, or sweet, or orange mousse taste in her mouth. Thus gives her a feel for what kind of person this is, and what they may want in a bakery product. And, as the book says along with the cake, she provides silence or reverence or advice. I would imagine this will expand if more books are baked. The secrets she finds, she is able to find some sort of answer. And, her marriage, well, go eat cake.Recommended. prisrob 05-04-15
7 of 7 people found the following review helpful. More serious than frothy By Jaylia With all its descriptions of exquisite, deliciously flavored baked goods this is the kind of book that makes you hungry. The story isn't the light, frothy confection I was expecting though (based on the cover I have to admit.) Instead it's a sometimes troubling tale of unraveling secrets. Claire "Neely" O'Neil moves back to her hometown in Ohio to open a bakery, Rainbow Cake, because her marriage is failing. She's reunited with her old friends from high school, but is often anxious and maybe even a little depressed by her situation. Her ability to "taste" feelings and match people to the flavors they need is interesting but isn't used often.During Claire's part of the story the narrative is in the first person, but there's also a story line set in the past and those sections switch to the third person. It took me a long time to understand the significance of the second story line, so I had some trouble maintaining interest whenever we jumped back in time and it slowed the book down for me. Still, I understand this is the first of a series I'd like to see where the author takes it next.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful. Four stars: A lovely book that blends the past and present with delicious cake. By Heidi Claire is anxious to see her new bakery. After years in New York City working as a pastry chef, Claire returns home after the demise of her marriage. She is putting everything into her Rainbow Cake Bakery, hoping that her gift for tasting feelings can translate into success. Things are off to a good start, until Claire starts getting an unpleasant taste in her mouth. Something isn't right in Millcreek. When she interacts with her clients and neighbors, Claire is able to uncover bit by bit the history of some of the people and their secrets. Will Claire learn the truth about the long ago story that haunts her?What I Liked:*I personally adore a magical realism book that is all about comfort and coziness. The Cake Therapist combines several things that I love from a small town, cozy bakery, delicious and decadent sweet treats, a small town mystery and a sprinkle of magic. This book had me craving cake and cupcakes. If you want a sweet read that is perfect for when you crave something on the light and fluffy side, grab a copy of Cake Therapist. My best advice, don't read this while you are hungry.*I was surprised at first by the way the book came together. It starts out in the modern day following Claire as she establishes her new bakery. Then you get these flashbacks, the first going back to 1908 and then the subsequent ones are around the WWII era. At first, I found the visits to the past jarring, as I wasn't sure how they related to the story. *However, as the book progressed with each flashback, more details were uncovered, and I soon found myself invested in the story of Olive and Edie. It wasn't exactly clear how these events tied into the story, but patience pays off, and by the end, everything fit, and I was satisfied with the way it all played out. I ended up enjoying the blending of the past with the present. Just be patient while reading this, it will all become clear.*This book has two plots, one that follows the mystery of the ring and the sisters in the past, and then Claire's story in the future. Claire's journey is one of transformation as she comes home, establishes a bakery and sets out to use her talent of taste and uncovering secrets. I liked watching Claire work her magic, especially when she does wedding cake tastings. By the end, Claire has come a long way, and I liked the new path she set herself on. I am interested to follow up on her journey in the second book.*I adored Rainbow Cake Bakery. There is something so relaxing and pleasant when reading a book that takes you into the cozy confines of a bakery. I loved reading about all the different cakes, cupcakes and treats that were baked in the bakery. There is lots of detail and description, you can almost taste the treats. Don't read this one while you are hungry or you will find yourself with a huge hankering for something sweet.*This book has a rather large cast of characters, and I found myself engaged and interested in the different personalities and stories. There are so many interesting side stories from Jett, the young goth baker, to the budding romance between the Professor and Maggie, as well as the interesting romance between Roberta and Thomas. If you like books with lots of small sideline storylines and a big, eclectic cast, immerse yourself into the lives of the folks in Millcreek.*I am a big fan of magical realism. In this book, Claire has a unique gift for being able to taste flavors when coming into contact with others, and once she opens herself up to the flavors someone is putting off, she can sees glimpses into their past and learns some of their secrets. I thought the whole idea with the magical flavors was fun and unique.*The ending is a bit fast and abrupt, it doesn't end on a cliffhanger, but I was a bit perplexed that the book concluded, there were many stories that weren't played out. I was relieved to learn that there is a second book coming, and hopefully there are more in the works. I am anxious to read The Memory of Lemon.And The Not So Much:*One thing that I felt held this book back was that it lacked focus. It was as if the story took on too much. While I liked the various characters and their stories, I was a bit disappointed that more of the side stories didn't come to fruition. I felt this book bit off more than it could chew. I think it would have benefitted by not having so many secondary plots and characters, and by bringing more story lines to a close before adding new ones.*The ending was fast paced in comparison to the rest of the book. It ended a abruptly, and I was left with a few nagging questions. I didn't realize going in that this was the first book in a series. I am relieved that more story is coming as I am anxious to follow up on Maggie, Jett, Ben, Claire's father and more.*Claire returns home after her marriage falls apart. I was a bit frustrated that there wasn't a bit more depth and detail on her marriage. There are tidbits of information dropped here and there so the reader can piece together a general idea of what happened, but this is one area of the story that needed more depth. It is a big and important part of Claire's journey and I wanted a clearer picture of her life with Luke.*The one thing that bothered me regarding the story in the past, was that it was never revealed who Edie's attacker was. Was he the one who left the shoe?The Cake Therapist was a sweet, cozy read that was unique. I liked the magical realism and the way the author blended the past and the present. The Rainbow Bakery with all of its decadent treats makes the book shine. It does have a large cast of characters and many side stories, so if you aren't one that likes multiple points of view and numerous secondary story lines, you might not like this. I personally loved the eclectic cast of characters and their stories. Grab this book with a sweet treat and cozy up for a delightful read. I am anxiously awaiting the second book.I received a copy of this book from the publisher in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are my own, and I was not compensated for this review.Posted@Rainy Day Ramblings.
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