The Icing on the Cake (True Vows)
The publisher of the popular Chicken Soup for the Soul series introduces a new line of romance novels based on the love stories of real-life couples. The first in the series, by veteran romance author Kent, is based on the experiences of Michelle Snow and Todd Bracken, a Washington, D.C., couple who met through Match.com. When 31-year-old Michelle’s friends talk her into signing up for online dating, she’s skeptical about her chances of meeting anyone, until she happens across Todd’s profile. She takes a chance and sends him a message, which he responds to right away. Their flirtatious e-mails lead to a first date, which reveals that the two share powerful chemistry. Michelle was burned by a bad relationship in college, but her initial fears about a serious involvement evaporate as she gets to know Todd. As Todd falls hard for Michelle, he encourages her to pursue her dream of opening a cupcake bakery. Readers looking for an inspiring and positive love story, with the added boost of its being true, will get a kick out of this sweet courtship tale. --Kristine Huntley