The Girl from the Kitchen Store

by Stacy M. Wray

Callie Harding longs to be like every other twenty-something, not a socially inept kitchen store clerk. However, she accepts her dismal existence until the day she encounters Kyle Townsend, the kind, charismatic marketing executive who notices Callie one night while she’s working.
And Callie hasn’t been noticed in such a long time.
After a few serendipitous chance meetings, Callie develops a harmless crush, stirring old tendencies from her past that are better left buried.
But what happens when the perfect opportunity is dropped in her lap? Her actions could potentially cause a domino effect in several people’s lives - even if she thinks she’s doing the right thing.
Sometimes the right thing bites you in the ass.
Sometimes it doesn’t.

**Intended for 18 yrs of age and older due to language and sexual situations**

197 pages, ebook

First published November 17, 2014

About the author

Stacy M Wray started out writing romance, tried her hand at suspense, then shifted into women's fiction. Her love for real-life stories with grit and emotion guides her in her storytelling, especially when it comes to women. She doesn't believe that life should fall into a single genre.

Lover of gray and white cats, craver of all that nature has to offer, believer of the voice hidden deep in the depths of her soul, and the mother of two very amusing adult children, she realizes life is a constant revolving door.

She also appreciates that it's never too late to try something new. Never.

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Reviews

[Jill Becker · Rating 5 out of 5]

My best friend from Greentree Lane is the author. Of course it is good.

[A.D. McCammon · Rating 4 out of 5]

I don’t think I’ve ever read a character like Callie. She’s a little crazy, and I loved that. And Kyle was very swoon worthy. I couldn’t put this book down, I had to know what was going to happen.

[Erin Daniels · Rating 5 out of 5]

The Girl From the Kitchen Store was one of those books I couldn't put down until the end. Throughout I had this sense of dread, like waiting for the other shoe to drop. I was pulling for Callie but not sure if she would be her own worst enemy in the end. I love that the author had me pulling for an unconventional, troubled heroine and I equally love that the issues Callie struggles with weren't exaggerated and stretched beyond proportion just to throw in some cheap literary thrills. This story was told with meticulous detail to the emotions we all find ourselves facing at some time or another. That made it so easy to slip into character with Callie and Kyle even if my own life has never mirrored theirs. This plus the exquisite writing made this an above average read for me.

[MaLoBe · Rating 4 out of 5]

3,5* Read with a good amount of angst

At the beginning it was very hard for me to connect with the main characters, especially with heroine. Luckily soon enough the story line took a nice turn and I couldn't stop reading to see what's next for the both characters. I like that the end wasn't rushed and that Callie and Kyle reconciled with their past.
Slow burning romance with lots of emotional situations that touched my heart. Chemistry between main characters is just great and the plot is very well developed. I enjoyed this journey with Callie and Kyle for their happy ending.

[Melissa B · Rating 4 out of 5]

Kyle is a dream of H and Callie is a bit zany with a pinch of crazy and it made her an uncommon character that you think you won't relate to but, the author did an amazing job with the writing of this book. It's easy to follow with a well-executed plotline that toys with your emotions.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Jeanne Richardson · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is the 4th book I've read written by Stacy Wray; she has done a great job at writing a good book; I can’t wait to read more of her books.

The story line caught my attention at the very beginning and kept me interested throughout the entire book.

I loved the chemistry between the characters.

I received a free copy of this book via booksprout and I’m voluntarily leaving a review.

[Treasa · Rating 5 out of 5]

AMAZING!
An emotionally gripping read that kept me captivated wanting to turn the pages and toyed with my emotions throughout the well executed storyline! I enjoyed this read and gladly recommend it as well.

[Dawn · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great book!

This is a very good book. I could hardly put it down. This is the second book I have read by this author. The first being Finding Karma. Which was also a great book. I would recommend these books for sure.

[Mary · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is an interesting story! I have mixed reviews on the plot but do think the story is well written. The plot is not bad it is just a little bit different than what I usually enjoy.

[K~Terror · Rating 5 out of 5]

I purposefully took more time reading this book because I wanted to give it my undivided attention. Living in Indiana, I enjoyed the location references. Callie & Kyle were such likable main characters, yet lonely in their own way. I connected with them pretty quickly and was interested in how the story would turn out – hoping for the best for both of them. As Callie’s curiosity goes more towards an obsessive direction, I have to admit I wondered about the focus of the story and some of Callie’s choices made me think “uh-oh”… However, I was glad I continued on with the story and experienced the unfolding. Oh the heart-wrenching feels this book offered! The story totally sucked me in as Callie and Kyle’s worlds endured significant highs and lows. I would definitely recommend this book to anyone who loves contemporary romance!

[Sahar Ayachi · Rating 4 out of 5]

I liked reading this book because it was easy to go through and the story was easy to follow. I have been struggling with a bad reading slump lately and reads like this is what one needs to get back onto the reading track. That being said, the story was too romantic for my liking. I am not a big fan of romance novels and the ending was very expected, still I liked reading it.