Review: Certainly a Sweet Treat
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 08 13, 2012
The sweet treat, Too Many Cooks, by Shirley Ann Wilder is perfect for anyone who has ever cooked up some romance in the kitchen.The tale centers around Estelle and Gaetano. The middle-aged widowers meet in the worst of circumstances, when Estelle receives devastating news about her health and wanders into his restaurant.Ever the chef, he cooks up a meal to comfort her, which leads to conversation and the plan to fulfill their wishes for grandchildren by setting up Gaetano's daughter, Gina with Estelle's son Alex.Alex and Gina get off to a rocky start, but eventually turn the tables, scheming to bring their parents together. What ensues is sweet and lovely.Anyone from a loud, boisterous family, full of love and fierce opinions can relate to the interactions of the foursome in this story. Unfortunately, it's not all sunshine and roses, but is life ever that way? They have some real challenges to face, including Estelle's health and a client-turned stalker that will not leave Gina alone.Perhaps my favorite thing about this book was Shirley Ann Wilder's style. She writes like I speak, and the story just felt natural and wonderful. It almost had the air of sitting with your grandparents listening how they fell in love over Sunday night dinner. I certainly closed the book wanting to know what was next for Estelle and Gaetano and Alex and Gina. But then again, I always want to know what happens next.Disclaimer: I was gifted a copy of this book for review. However, all opinions are my own.