Library Journal

Texas Southern belle Ansley is on the brink of getting engaged when her boyfriend reveals that he just doesn't like her very much. Her general cattiness and downright meanness have gotten the best of her, and she finds herself fianc?-less as well as friendless. When she runs off to New York City to live with her estranged grandmother, she realizes it's time to find a purpose for her life and turn things around. Cooking and baking skills run in the family, and she soon decides to open a cupcake bakery all on her own. VERDICT Debut author Ross shows real skill for realistic characters and funny situations. Chick-lit lovers and fans of food fiction will eat up this one, which includes cupcake recipes.