"A can't-miss title for fans of chick lit and modern women's fiction."—Library Journal, STARRED reviewAn unlikely friendship between two stubborn, lonely souls anchors this big-hearted book and dares us all to ask for more.When her life falls apart on the eve of her 40th birthday, Kate Parker finds herself volunteering at the Lauderdale House for Exceptional Ladies. There she meets 97-year-old Cecily Finn. Cecily's tongue is as sharp as her mind, but she's fed up with pretty much everything. Having no patience for Kate's choices in life or love, Cecily prescribes her a self-help book…of sorts.Thought for Food : an unintentionally funny 1950s cookbook high on enthusiasm, featuring menus for anything life can throw at the "easily dismayed," such as: Breakfast with a Hangover Tea for a Crotchety Aunt Dinner for a Charming StrangerAs she and Cecily break out of their ruts, Kate will learn far more than recipes.A feel-good summer read with a wicked sense of humor, Vicky Zimmerman's book will teach you that food is for feasting, friends are for savoring, and the way to a man's heart is…irrelevant.Fans of Jennifer Weiner, Elin Hildenbrand, and Sophie Kinsella will delight in this recipe for confidence, romance, and fun.Praise for Miss Cecily's Recipes for Exceptional Ladies:"A beautiful, thoughtful read about love, friendship and food with shades of Nora Ephron's Heartburn and Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine."—Tasmina Perry, international bestselling author of Daddy's Girls"Beautifully written, full of insight and food."—Katie Fforde, bestselling author of A Perfect Proposal"Hungry for a love story with added bite? With deliciously real characters, a sprinkling of humor, a pinch of pathos and huge helping of wisdom, this book has all the ingredients to become this summer's must-read."—Isabelle Broom, bestselling author of One Thousand Stars and You
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Miss Cecily's Recipes for Exceptional Ladies: A Novel
von Vicky Zimmerman
"A can't-miss title for fans of chick lit and modern women's fiction."—Library Journal, STARRED reviewAn unlikely friendship between two stubborn, lonely souls anchors this big-hearted book and dares us all to ask for more.When her life falls apart on the eve of her 40th birthday, Kate Parker finds herself volunteering at the Lauderdale House for Exceptional Ladies. There she meets 97-year-old Cecily Finn. Cecily's tongue is as sharp as her mind, but she's fed up with pretty much everything. Having no patience for Kate's choices in life or love, Cecily prescribes her a self-help book…of sorts.Thought for Food : an unintentionally funny 1950s cookbook high on enthusiasm, featuring menus for anything life can throw at the "easily dismayed," such as: Breakfast with a Hangover Tea for a Crotchety Aunt Dinner for a Charming StrangerAs she and Cecily break out of their ruts, Kate will learn far more than recipes.A feel-good summer read with a wicked sense of humor, Vicky Zimmerman's book will teach you that food is for feasting, friends are for savoring, and the way to a man's heart is…irrelevant.Fans of Jennifer Weiner, Elin Hildenbrand, and Sophie Kinsella will delight in this recipe for confidence, romance, and fun.Praise for Miss Cecily's Recipes for Exceptional Ladies:"A beautiful, thoughtful read about love, friendship and food with shades of Nora Ephron's Heartburn and Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine."—Tasmina Perry, international bestselling author of Daddy's Girls"Beautifully written, full of insight and food."—Katie Fforde, bestselling author of A Perfect Proposal"Hungry for a love story with added bite? With deliciously real characters, a sprinkling of humor, a pinch of pathos and huge helping of wisdom, this book has all the ingredients to become this summer's must-read."—Isabelle Broom, bestselling author of One Thousand Stars and You
Aktuelle Rezensionen(1)
Rezension von SandraThis book is a lovely read about a very unlikely friendship. I really admired Kate for the patience with the old Lady. And I admire Cecily for her insight and a life well-lived. Whilst reading about all the recipes and food I found myself feeling constantly hungry- which is a good sign, I think. After all, who doesn’t like cooking/baking and eating and being inspired by a book :) At times I thought I didn’t like Kate because of her relationship with men and the entire topic of relationships. But her character grew to be more self confident and self-respecting and empowered, which is always lovely to read. I was given a copy by netgalley in exchange for my honest review.