Off the Menu Audiobook

" This is a delicious and yummy read, in more ways than one! Looking forward to reading more of Stacey's books! "

" This book should be called cooking fiction. I love that there are recipes at the end. "

" Soooo much better than its predecessor 'Good enough to eat' - love how the two plots intertwine! I absolutely adore the characters in this book - every single one of them. From health nut to nutty and adorable, I flew through this book and cannot wait for the next! Recipes are great! "

" I've read most of Stacey Ballis' books and I have to say, I think Off the Menu may be my favorite. The story of Alana, an executive culinary assistant, who finds her life changed within a matter of months after stumbling upon an unexpected relationship (founded on the internet of all places) and a meaningful career opportunity was witty, fun and appropriately paced. I never felt like the story was contrived or that any of the plot points were mainly for filler and while the whole idea of life just magically falling into place may be hard to stomach, sometimes it's exactly what you need. A thoroughly enjoyable, quick read for anyone looking for just that. "

" I smiled all the way through this book. I laughed, I cried, I "aww"-ed. This book tells a beautiful story of a beautiful romance. It's a relationship that I think almost every girl wants, whether they know it or not. Definitely a must read in my opinion. "

" This was a Mary Sue if I ever read one. It was entertaining enough, but the dialogue was terrible. "

" Just a quintessential summertime beach read for foodies. Like your favorite mousse -- light, airy, and just the right amount of sugary fluff. "

" just ok, Not really sure what the story was. It was just kinda there. No big laughs or excitement "

" Could not put it down and stayed up way too late finishing -- LOVED this book! Enjoyed all the chef chat and Chicago references. Chick lit is definitely not dead, Stacey resurrected it. "

" Light and enjoyable. Nice weekend read. "

" Recommended by my favorite author Jen Lancaster and it did not disappoint! A main character who is vulnerable, but not pathetic. Some funny lines and great recipes at the end. So glad I bought this one! "

" I loved this book ...plain and simple it has everything...a good story well written with characters I cared about...so glad I read this one "

" Thoroughly enjoyed this book...the recipes were a nice touch at the end! "

" Really wanted to love this book. Entirely too may characters in the story to keep track of who's who. I'd been looking forward to buying it, but upon finishing I sort of want my $$ back. Was the main story RJ? Patrick? Her friends?? Disappointed. "

" An incredibly well-written, fun, modern story. A book full characters I wanted to keep as friends There were laugh-out-loud moments in a sweet, couldn't put it down story. It reminded me of Good In Bed by Jennifer Weiner. "

" Great smart "chick" lit(usually not my favorite type of fiction,but this is the exception),very appealing and with enough food talk to make you hungry!Stacey Ballis is a Chicago writer (my hometown!)who writes good fiction,and with this sweetheart of a book,she gets better with each novel. "

" I read this book in a day and loved it. I am familiar with so many of the chefs she mentioned it this book, as a Food Network fan. The most relatable part for me was how she met RJ and how their romance mirrors my relationship. Great Book! "

" I love books with recipes, but I could not have cared less about this plucky heroine, her egocentric boss, or picture perfect boyfriend. Plot couldn't even be saved by a cute dog - sigh. "

" This is one of the best books I have read. I love Alana, RJ, Patrick & Dumpling. All the characters are great. "

" Stacey Ballas is friend of Jen Lancaster, another of my favorite authors. Total chick-lit, but I like that kind of stuff. "

" Not sure why I keep expecting these 'cozy' mysteries to be a haf-good read. Very, very few are, but hope springs eternal, I guess. About a chef's helper, the rest, I don't remember, and it was just last week I read the book. 'nuff said. "

" Very enjoyable read...I devoured this book and loved the author's voice!!! "

" This is a definite "comfort food" type of book! "