chapter 1

Disclaimer : This book is a work of fiction. Any resemblance to actual cafés, characters, or overly enthusiastic bakers is purely coincidental. If you happen to find yourself inspired to start a bakery or transform your quiet life into a whirlwind of sugar, flour, and accidental spills, we are not liable for any messes that may occur. Please do not attempt to recreate any of the events in this book, especially if it involves a tall, brooding café owner or questionable attempts at romance.Also, this book contains highly exaggerated depictions of love, awkwardness, and the occasional failed baking attempt. We advise you to enjoy it with a cup of coffee, a warm pastry, and a sense of humor. If you do not find yourself at least mildly charmed by the end, you may want to check if your heart is made of stone (or maybe you’ve just run out of coffee).Proceed with caution, and remember: no cafés, relationships, or plot twists were harmed in the making of this novel.Now, please turn the page and enjoy. Or don’t. But we really hope you do.