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“Mary Simses can write evocative detail that puts you right in the scene; dialogue that always rings true.”
— James Patterson
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“Basic ingredients, well mixed-and good to the last crumb.”
— Good Housekeeping
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“Simses’…depictions of the charming qualities of small town life, the healing abilities of comfort food, and the redemptive power of love will win the hearts of readers, as will the subtle sprinkling of humor and intrigue. Fans of Nicholas Sparks, or even the romantic offerings of James Patterson, will approve.”
— Examiner (London)
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“Delightful…Simses has crafted a wholesome love story, infused with the pull and tug of romance and elements of mystery and enhanced by humble, low-key themes and conflicts.”
— Shelf Awareness
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“This charming, tender first novel emphasizes the power of simple pleasures, comfort food, and undeniable chemistry…Simses’ story of emotional discoveries, shifting priorities, and new beginnings is a delightful beach read.”
— Booklist
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“Simses’ delectable debut novel is engaging from start to finish. Filled with humor and a tiny bit of mystery, it will delight readers as they immerse themselves in small-town Maine life and meet all the characters found there.”
— RT Book Reviews (4 stars)
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If you liked The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society, or the Nicholas Sparks novels, you will devour THE IRRESISTIBLE BLUEBERRY BAKESHOP & CAFE. Mary Simses can write evocative detail that puts you right in the scene, with dialogue that always rings true."—James Patterson
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This charming, tender first novel emphasizes the power of simple pleasures, comfort food, and undeniable chemistry. Fans of the leads in the movies The Proposal and Sweet Home Alabama will recognize a kindred spirit in high-strung, perfectionist Ellen, and the novel's small-town setting will appeal to loyal readers of Mary Kay Andrews, Elin Hilderbrand, and Jan Karon. Simses' story of emotional discoveries, shifting priorities, and new beginnings is a delightful beach read.
— Booklist
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Basic ingredients, well mixed-and good to the last crumb.
— Good Housekeeping
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With details that dovetail nicely into the plot and an assortment of quirky characters, THE IRRESISTIBLE BLUEBERRY BAKESHOP & CAFEmixes up an authentic Maine setting with an entertaining story.
— Beverly Meyer, The Free Lance-Star