The Kitchen Marriage

Zoe has been forced out of her job as household cook for a society matron in New York.  She thinks she is answering an ad for a cook in Denver, but is actually answering a mail-order bride ad.  Nico, a street urchin, has tricked her into going to Denver to answer this ad and sneaks along with her.  He has adopted her as his sister.  The ad is for a bride for a man living in Helena, Montana.  When they arrive in Helena, Nico doesn't like the man who meets her at the train station.  Jakob Gunderson is half of a set of twins, the flighty half.  His brother, Izaak, is one to set a plan and follow it without much thought to fun.

Zoe is there for the purpose of falling in love with Jakob, but it doesn't work that way.  And when it comes down to choose, nothing goes the way it's supposed to.

Zoe does get to showcase her talents in the kitchen when Izaak's and Jakob's parents come home from a long trip.  My only criticism is that the recipes are not included in the galley I read.

Gina Wellborn and Becca Whitham have written a book with all the great elements: mystery, romance, overcoming obstacles, good guys, bad guys, and indomitable spirit.

Five Stars, Two Thumbs Up, and a praline to finish off a five star dinner.

My thanks goes to Kensington/Zebra Publishing for allowing me to read and review this book.