When her husband Dick cheats on her, renowned chef Ashley James hurries home to Marco Island for comfort from her family. Ashley wants to start fresh and put her infertility and Dick's infidelity far behind her and swiftly becomes the head chef of Ascent, a popular restaurant on her home island.
She meets Ken Carlton, the enigmatic playboy owner who has built his restaurant chain on homegrown organic cuisine. At first, Ashley doesn't think there's much to see beyond the pomp and wealth. But she soon learns that Ken is struggling with the tragic loss of his wife while trying to raise their 19-year-old daughter on his own.
Ashley navigates the complexities of this new restaurant and Ken's tangled maze of a heart, finding her own strength and resilience. To move on from her failed marriage, she must confront her past and her new desires.
Together, Ashley and Ken explore the flavors of passion, healing, and the intricacies of building a future on the scars of their pasts.
For the best experience, read the books in order. This is the fourth book in the six-book series in a joint collaboration between 'The Queen Of Gorgeous Clean Mystery Romance', Amy Rafferty, and top author, Rose Ryan!
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