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The Secret Life of Lucy Lovecake
Daisy Delaney's life is pancake-flat. A talented baker and passionate lingerie specialist, she has wound up with no one to bake for and a career that hasn't proved successful. But when she starts a delicious relationship with famous French author-chef, Michel Amiel, everything begins to look a bit more exciting.That is until Michel's bestselling cookbook is knocked off the top spot by newcomer 'Lucy Lovecake'. His outdated recipes slide down the charts, while the popularity of Lucy Lovecake's new dating cookbook is rising like the perfect sponge.As Daisy teeters on the brink of love, how can she ever tell Michel that she is the mysterious Lucy Lovecake? Could he ever forgive her for finishing off his career? And more importantly, does Daisy even want to be with a difficult, egotistical, down-on-his-luck Frenchman just as her career is beginning to take off? Especially when she has some other very interesting offers...Filled with romance, baking and lingerie, The Secret Life of Lucy Lovecake is truly a laugh-out-loud romantic comedy for the 21st century. The perfect read for the Bake Off generation, fans of Jojo Moyes, Sophie Kinsella and Milly Johnson will love this unique modern fairytale.What readers have been saying about The Secret Life of Lucy "Has a flirtatious charm and incredible feel good vibe that fizzes throughout... [it is] fresh and radiant, and brimming with a wonderful optimisim inviting you to devour Daisy's story in one sitting."- Little Bookness Lane"I have NEVER read a book as quirky, fun, mischievous and darn right fabulous as Pippa James' novel is ... such a well-written, unique and hilarious read."- The Writing Garnet"Like a perfect glass of Buck's bubbly, effervescent with a cool sharp tang. I loved it."- Shaz's Book Blog"This is a perfect 'girls read'. It has glamour, romance and is as sweet as the 'French Fancies' Lucy conconts."- Tracy Shepard"With scrumptious cakes, sexy lingerie, and characters that feel like your best friends, I completely fell in love with this story."- Books of All Kinds"Witty, well crafted and with a plot that keeps you coming back for second helpings.""Simply fizzes along with energy, charm, humour and romance.""A wonderfully enthralling read, couldn't put it down. Exceptionally entertaining, witty and funny.""A winning combo of edible description, subtle romance and lingerie - a complete delight to read, it transports you to a warm and happy place."
343 pages, Kindle Edition
First published January 19, 2017
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Pippa James
8 books12 followersGrowing up in Birmingham, Pippa James was never without at least one book on the go and therefore lived several different lives concurrently. As an adult, she would like to spend much of her time the same way, but she now lives a chaotic life in a small Derbyshire town with her husband and two children. Her writing is frequently interrupted by parenting duties and her day job as a teacher and the only way she can find a quiet space to think, is by taking her laptop to the pub to drink tea and write, which she does at every opportunity.
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August 18, 2020
They say “Don’t judge a book by it’s cover”, but when it comes to The Secret of Lucy Lovecake, you should.
Why?
Because the story of this novel is exactly like the cover – girly and cute.
However, when it comes to synopsis, in this particular case, the story does not follow it in a way one would expect. Everything that’s being said is true, but there’s also a big part of the story that hasn’t been mentioned.
This is a story that talks about love interest and Daisy keeping secret from her lover, but it also talks about aspiring author on her way to become a published one, and her life after having a best-seller.
I really appreciated that aspect of the story, because it showed what publishing a book looks like, and in a way it made me learn something I didn’t know before.
I think mentioning it in synopsis wouldn’t hurt.
The story is written in first person, following Daisy’s POV.
Daisy’s voice is quirky and is really easy to read.
With really short chapters (84 in total) the book reads pretty quickly, and it is very likely that faster readers will finish it in one sitting.
On a quick note, I think the story would have been better without first four chapters (in those chapters we got to see Daisy’s life now when her book is bestseller, and then we go back into the past and follow the story from the beginning).
I liked characters in this story.
The one that stands out the most was Michel Amiel, who is also Daisy’s love interest.
I know it is stated that he is her boyfriend, but I wouldn’t use that word to define him.
He’s very complex and there is so much more then meets the eye when it comes to him. He suffers from depression, self medicates it with alcohol, he is very self centred, grumpy and overall one bitter man.
On the other hand, he can be fun and sweet.
Since this story is told from Daisy perspective, I wish the author (or should I say Daisy) gave us a chance to fall in love with him, or just like him better.
I mean, Daisy likes him, but we don’t see what she likes about him. Almost everytime she talked about him or described scenes with him, there was something problematic about him.
I wish we got to see why she fell for him.
Honestly, I feel like there was more connection between Daisy and Michel’s mother then between the two of them.
The end was very sweet and cute.
I can’t say I was 100% satisfied with the way the story was wrapped up, because it felt like the author decided to turn a blind eye on Michel’s depression (or maybe that is something that will get more attention in the next book).
Overall The Secret Life of Lucy Lovecake is a fun novel that I would highly recommend to chick-lit lovers.
Why?
Because the story of this novel is exactly like the cover – girly and cute.
However, when it comes to synopsis, in this particular case, the story does not follow it in a way one would expect. Everything that’s being said is true, but there’s also a big part of the story that hasn’t been mentioned.
This is a story that talks about love interest and Daisy keeping secret from her lover, but it also talks about aspiring author on her way to become a published one, and her life after having a best-seller.
I really appreciated that aspect of the story, because it showed what publishing a book looks like, and in a way it made me learn something I didn’t know before.
I think mentioning it in synopsis wouldn’t hurt.
The story is written in first person, following Daisy’s POV.
Daisy’s voice is quirky and is really easy to read.
With really short chapters (84 in total) the book reads pretty quickly, and it is very likely that faster readers will finish it in one sitting.
On a quick note, I think the story would have been better without first four chapters (in those chapters we got to see Daisy’s life now when her book is bestseller, and then we go back into the past and follow the story from the beginning).
I liked characters in this story.
The one that stands out the most was Michel Amiel, who is also Daisy’s love interest.
I know it is stated that he is her boyfriend, but I wouldn’t use that word to define him.
He’s very complex and there is so much more then meets the eye when it comes to him. He suffers from depression, self medicates it with alcohol, he is very self centred, grumpy and overall one bitter man.
On the other hand, he can be fun and sweet.
Since this story is told from Daisy perspective, I wish the author (or should I say Daisy) gave us a chance to fall in love with him, or just like him better.
I mean, Daisy likes him, but we don’t see what she likes about him. Almost everytime she talked about him or described scenes with him, there was something problematic about him.
I wish we got to see why she fell for him.
Honestly, I feel like there was more connection between Daisy and Michel’s mother then between the two of them.
The end was very sweet and cute.
I can’t say I was 100% satisfied with the way the story was wrapped up, because it felt like the author decided to turn a blind eye on Michel’s depression (or maybe that is something that will get more attention in the next book).
Overall The Secret Life of Lucy Lovecake is a fun novel that I would highly recommend to chick-lit lovers.
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July 3, 2019Abgebrochen bei 38%
Ich bin ein großer Fan von Geschichte, in denen sich um das Kochen und Backen dreht, daher war ich wirklich sehr gespannt auf "Lovecakes" und hatte große Erwartungen. Leider hat das Buch jedoch so gar nicht meinen Geschmack getroffen und ich musste es sogar abbrechen.
Ich bin weder mit der Geschichte noch mit den Charakteren warm geworden. Die Handlung war durch den Prolog schon komplett bekannt und wird dann nachträglich noch einmal erzählt und dabei mit so vielen Kleinigkeiten beschrieben, dass ich einfach nur gelangweilt war und ich mich so gar nicht für die Geschichte begeistern konnte.
Die Charaktere, insbesondere Daisy und Michel, habe ich als sehr anstrengend empfunden und die beiden waren mir dadurch überhaupt nicht sympathisch.
Ebenso konnte mich auch der Schreibstil nicht packen und ich musste das Buch leider abbrechen.
Ich bin ein großer Fan von Geschichte, in denen sich um das Kochen und Backen dreht, daher war ich wirklich sehr gespannt auf "Lovecakes" und hatte große Erwartungen. Leider hat das Buch jedoch so gar nicht meinen Geschmack getroffen und ich musste es sogar abbrechen.
Ich bin weder mit der Geschichte noch mit den Charakteren warm geworden. Die Handlung war durch den Prolog schon komplett bekannt und wird dann nachträglich noch einmal erzählt und dabei mit so vielen Kleinigkeiten beschrieben, dass ich einfach nur gelangweilt war und ich mich so gar nicht für die Geschichte begeistern konnte.
Die Charaktere, insbesondere Daisy und Michel, habe ich als sehr anstrengend empfunden und die beiden waren mir dadurch überhaupt nicht sympathisch.
Ebenso konnte mich auch der Schreibstil nicht packen und ich musste das Buch leider abbrechen.
May 10, 2018
Alguma coisa neste livro não funcionou... A história tinha tudo para ser o meu género mas dei por mim muitas vezes aborrecida... Queria saber mais sobre o Michel que para mim acaba por ser a personagem mais enigmática mas tb a mais desprezada. Se calhar em Inglaterra teve muito sucesso pois sistematicamente se fala de marcas de roupa e mobílias que a mim não me dizem nada, fala se de atores britânicos que nem reconheço o nome. Achei a historia muito superficial e a parte romântica quase inexistente.
April 5, 2017
a laugh-out-loud romantic baking comedy for the 21st century. Will make you hungry for cakes! Daisy stops off at the supermarket to buy some baking things. The best therapy making French fancies.
December 18, 2017
Confesso que esperava mt mais 😕
February 7, 2017
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I'm not gonna lie; as soon as I saw the name 'Lucy Lovecake', I just knew that I had to read the book pronto. Can you imagine having the surname 'Lovecake'? I would be Kaisha Lovecake, and damn right, I do LOVE CAKE. It's safe to say that I was rather intrigued, who wouldn't be?
Unfortunately, 'Lucy Lovecake' isn't the main characters real name; she goes by her proper name of Daisy Delaney when she isn't feeling as fruity as 'Lucy'. Having spent a lot of time in the kitchen whipping up mouth-watering delights, Daisy knows that she can bake well, unfortunately not well enough to rival the likes of Mary Berry or Paul Hollywood. By trade, Daisy isn't a baker but she can probably rival Ann Summers on their knowledge of lingerie, what with being a lingerie specialist of course. Are you thinking what I'm thinking? Lingerie + baking = ? No, I'm not brave enough to bake in my knickers, but I have a feeling I know who might...
I need to be honest; I did find the first chapter or so, to be a little slow and hard to sink my teeth into. However, after a little bit of stopping and starting the novel, I ensured that I was relaxed and ready for fun before I carried on reading. If you're after a novel that is straight-laced, innocent and lacking in proper 'oooer missus' humour, then this book isn't for you. If you're after a book that is full of double entendres, enough cake to fill a bakery (several times), hilarious (yet cringy) 'omg' moments, as well as plenty of sass and enough spice to spice up your life; then this book IS for you. Once I had tuned myself into the authors humour and way of writing, I flew through the novel and couldn't put it down.
I have NEVER read a book as quirky, fun, mischievous and darn right fabulous as Pippa James' novel is. It's relatable in so many ways; the only difference is, Pippa James' characters are being open about their antics and we're too embarrassed to do so. Daisy Delaney is what I class as a 'gold' character; by that I mean brilliant and definitely one to remember. Daisy oozes confidence in ways a lot of women would be jealous of (I was, I'll admit it), yet her character comes across incredibly down to earth and such fun.
Pippa James has delivered in writing such a unique book which has enough depth and charisma to stand tall above many other books. Even though the main concept of the storyline revolves around baking, lingerie and Daisy Delaney's life; there is more to the characters (and storyline) that meets the eye. It isn't all Victoria sponge cake and padded bras; it's about finding your niche, shoving a cake in your mouth and grabbing your dreams by the suspenders. Going on the Lucy Lovecake journey with Daisy Delaney you'll find yourself looking differently at the eligible bachelors and finding humour that you've been too afraid to make use of; until now.
Such a well written, unique and hilarious read to lose yourself in, go with the flow and indulge in the fantastic person that is, Lucy Lovecake.
Pippa James, I cannot WAIT to see what you come up with next! (I'm rather hoping Lucy Lovecake makes another appearance).
Thank you Black and White Publishing!
I'm not gonna lie; as soon as I saw the name 'Lucy Lovecake', I just knew that I had to read the book pronto. Can you imagine having the surname 'Lovecake'? I would be Kaisha Lovecake, and damn right, I do LOVE CAKE. It's safe to say that I was rather intrigued, who wouldn't be?
Unfortunately, 'Lucy Lovecake' isn't the main characters real name; she goes by her proper name of Daisy Delaney when she isn't feeling as fruity as 'Lucy'. Having spent a lot of time in the kitchen whipping up mouth-watering delights, Daisy knows that she can bake well, unfortunately not well enough to rival the likes of Mary Berry or Paul Hollywood. By trade, Daisy isn't a baker but she can probably rival Ann Summers on their knowledge of lingerie, what with being a lingerie specialist of course. Are you thinking what I'm thinking? Lingerie + baking = ? No, I'm not brave enough to bake in my knickers, but I have a feeling I know who might...
I need to be honest; I did find the first chapter or so, to be a little slow and hard to sink my teeth into. However, after a little bit of stopping and starting the novel, I ensured that I was relaxed and ready for fun before I carried on reading. If you're after a novel that is straight-laced, innocent and lacking in proper 'oooer missus' humour, then this book isn't for you. If you're after a book that is full of double entendres, enough cake to fill a bakery (several times), hilarious (yet cringy) 'omg' moments, as well as plenty of sass and enough spice to spice up your life; then this book IS for you. Once I had tuned myself into the authors humour and way of writing, I flew through the novel and couldn't put it down.
I have NEVER read a book as quirky, fun, mischievous and darn right fabulous as Pippa James' novel is. It's relatable in so many ways; the only difference is, Pippa James' characters are being open about their antics and we're too embarrassed to do so. Daisy Delaney is what I class as a 'gold' character; by that I mean brilliant and definitely one to remember. Daisy oozes confidence in ways a lot of women would be jealous of (I was, I'll admit it), yet her character comes across incredibly down to earth and such fun.
Pippa James has delivered in writing such a unique book which has enough depth and charisma to stand tall above many other books. Even though the main concept of the storyline revolves around baking, lingerie and Daisy Delaney's life; there is more to the characters (and storyline) that meets the eye. It isn't all Victoria sponge cake and padded bras; it's about finding your niche, shoving a cake in your mouth and grabbing your dreams by the suspenders. Going on the Lucy Lovecake journey with Daisy Delaney you'll find yourself looking differently at the eligible bachelors and finding humour that you've been too afraid to make use of; until now.
Such a well written, unique and hilarious read to lose yourself in, go with the flow and indulge in the fantastic person that is, Lucy Lovecake.
Pippa James, I cannot WAIT to see what you come up with next! (I'm rather hoping Lucy Lovecake makes another appearance).
Thank you Black and White Publishing!
April 28, 2018
Hesitei muito entre as 2 e as 3*, isto porque, o que me apetece mesmo é dar-lhe as 2* por me sentir tão traída, mas como a primeira metade do livro foi entusiasmante, pronto, ficam lá as 3*.
Ora, então, quando comecei esperava gostar mas sabia que podia não gostar, claro. Fui surpreendida por esta narrativa se demonstrar bem humorada e tão cativante desde a primeira página; narrada por Daisy, uma jovem falida, que trabalha numa loja de lingerie e triste por ver o seu manuscrito ser rejeitado por todas as editoras, foi fácil gostar desta protagonista e, apesar de não acontecer nada de extraordinário, ser um relato do seu dia a dia e aspirações, a leitura fluiu e só me apetecia ler.
A partir da segunda metade do livro é que as coisas não correram bem, com o triângulo amoroso cada vez mais evidente e as atitudes de Daisy a serem parvas.
Estou-me a irritar só de relembrar e ainda vou mudar para 2*!
Ora, então, quando comecei esperava gostar mas sabia que podia não gostar, claro. Fui surpreendida por esta narrativa se demonstrar bem humorada e tão cativante desde a primeira página; narrada por Daisy, uma jovem falida, que trabalha numa loja de lingerie e triste por ver o seu manuscrito ser rejeitado por todas as editoras, foi fácil gostar desta protagonista e, apesar de não acontecer nada de extraordinário, ser um relato do seu dia a dia e aspirações, a leitura fluiu e só me apetecia ler.
A partir da segunda metade do livro é que as coisas não correram bem, com o triângulo amoroso cada vez mais evidente e as atitudes de Daisy a serem parvas.
Estou-me a irritar só de relembrar e ainda vou mudar para 2*!
January 15, 2019
Eu comparo esta história a um pico de adrenalina, pois tem altos e baixos.
Não consigo decidir se gostei da história mas, estou mais inclinada para o não.
Opinião completa em: https://aviciadadoslivros.blogspot.co...
Não consigo decidir se gostei da história mas, estou mais inclinada para o não.
Opinião completa em: https://aviciadadoslivros.blogspot.co...
January 6, 2018
Opinião a ser publicada brevemente no Efeito dos Livros
February 7, 2017
That delicious cover is just the icing on the cake for the incredible feel good vibe that fizzes throughout The Secret Life of Lucy Lovecake. Its flirtatious charm tells the tale of the highs, lows and romantic woes of a budding debut author, Daisy Delaney – and what a little cracker of a book this is!
Daisy, a country girl at heart masquerading as a city dweller, has a chance encounter with infamous TV personality and author, French chef Michel Amiel. He leaves a lasting impression on most people – he certainly did on me! This arrogant man-diva is used to getting his own way and does not like competition in any aspect of his life, particularly when it comes to being knocked off his cookery career pedestal.
The idea of any relationship between the two of them seems as appealing as finding a toenail in your soup, yet something inexplicably intriguing lies behind his rudeness, frequent public outbursts, and his insistence to casually bump into vintage lingerie sales assistant and amateur baker, Daisy.
Although she is bursting to squeal about the publishing deal she’s been offered for her contemporary baking/dating book, her has to kerb her enthusiasm. The true identity of the author must be concealed until the social media frenzy for her book, French Fancy by ‘Lucy Lovecake’, has been whisked up.
The mystique actually works as it sees book sales rise higher than the perfect soufflé, while her personal life is becomes more delicate than a crumbling meringue. All the secrecy places a terrific strain on her relationships as unavoidable situations created by Daisy’s manufactured world spill over into reality creating a recipe for disaster. This leads to the quick fire bakery joviality with continual run-ins with the grouchiest chef in town – man-diva is not a happy bunny as this ‘mystery author’ leaves his own efforts trailing some way behind.
Balancing the necessary ingredients for Daisy’s successful book launch dream against the essential ones for maintaining a happy, contented life involves a succession of little white lies (and a few unrehearsed whoppers!). The unwavering constants are her gorgeous choice of outfits for public appearances, her splendid flatmate friends and not forgetting the ever sulking Monsieur Amiel, of course!
The Secret Life of Lucy Lovecake is fresh and radiant and brimming with a wonderful optimism inviting you to devour Daisy’s story in one sitting, which is exactly what I did during the most perfectly escapist afternoon. Embracing opportunities, sharing your good fortune and taking charge of your own destiny are all part of the Lucy Lovecake experience, as are the unexpected learning curves of life and love.
It will leave you beaming from ear to ear!
(I received a copy of this surprising gem of a title from the publisher and Janne Moller with my thanks, for which I am delighted to provide this unbiased review.)
Daisy, a country girl at heart masquerading as a city dweller, has a chance encounter with infamous TV personality and author, French chef Michel Amiel. He leaves a lasting impression on most people – he certainly did on me! This arrogant man-diva is used to getting his own way and does not like competition in any aspect of his life, particularly when it comes to being knocked off his cookery career pedestal.
The idea of any relationship between the two of them seems as appealing as finding a toenail in your soup, yet something inexplicably intriguing lies behind his rudeness, frequent public outbursts, and his insistence to casually bump into vintage lingerie sales assistant and amateur baker, Daisy.
Although she is bursting to squeal about the publishing deal she’s been offered for her contemporary baking/dating book, her has to kerb her enthusiasm. The true identity of the author must be concealed until the social media frenzy for her book, French Fancy by ‘Lucy Lovecake’, has been whisked up.
The mystique actually works as it sees book sales rise higher than the perfect soufflé, while her personal life is becomes more delicate than a crumbling meringue. All the secrecy places a terrific strain on her relationships as unavoidable situations created by Daisy’s manufactured world spill over into reality creating a recipe for disaster. This leads to the quick fire bakery joviality with continual run-ins with the grouchiest chef in town – man-diva is not a happy bunny as this ‘mystery author’ leaves his own efforts trailing some way behind.
Balancing the necessary ingredients for Daisy’s successful book launch dream against the essential ones for maintaining a happy, contented life involves a succession of little white lies (and a few unrehearsed whoppers!). The unwavering constants are her gorgeous choice of outfits for public appearances, her splendid flatmate friends and not forgetting the ever sulking Monsieur Amiel, of course!
The Secret Life of Lucy Lovecake is fresh and radiant and brimming with a wonderful optimism inviting you to devour Daisy’s story in one sitting, which is exactly what I did during the most perfectly escapist afternoon. Embracing opportunities, sharing your good fortune and taking charge of your own destiny are all part of the Lucy Lovecake experience, as are the unexpected learning curves of life and love.
It will leave you beaming from ear to ear!
(I received a copy of this surprising gem of a title from the publisher and Janne Moller with my thanks, for which I am delighted to provide this unbiased review.)
December 15, 2018
Livro levezinho, que se lê muito bem
February 2, 2023
I wanted to like this book more, I really did, and I hate to put such a low classification, but I just can't. I hated the FMC, she was an oppportunist, a fake, rude, a dumb*ss really. One page she's like "I love Michel" and then the very next chapter she's like "He's bad and Dominic is good" and then the very next chapter she's like "Michel I want you". The actual HELL was this? UGHHHHH. I couldn't with her. And I'm not in any way saying that Michel was perfect, he wasn't, he had problems too but she basically played with him, it was so clear to see he loved her but she didn't give a rats *ss about that, it was all about her book and nothing else matter. He did all the effort, like after he discovered that she was Lucy Lovecake, and not because she told him, he was mad at her, which is reasonably, and didn't make any efforts to make him understand, like she went to his house once, she went again because his mother called her and went after his car at the competition and that was it. It passed at least six months and that was all the effort she made, nothing else. If she loved him so much, why not try to make him understand? He was mad but if she tried more and showed she loved him back, things would have been diferent but no, she didn't none of that. And then she was Dominic, and that was so freaking stupid and desperate, in my opinion. He showed her attention and she liked that, and that was it. And were together in a very short period of time of her "breaking up" with Michel. GAH, what a f*cking stupid woman. And at the end, what the hell was that? In the last chapter, out of nowhere, Michel shows up in her house and they get back together in 2 freaking pages. What was that? It was so bad, God. She deserved to be alone for the rest of her life if that's how she treats the people she loves.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
October 9, 2017
An enjoyable romp
I thoroughly enjoyed this book. The writing makes it easy to devour the whole book quickly. I enjoyed the love triangle aspect of the book, as well as the insight privileged to the reader. Fab!
I thoroughly enjoyed this book. The writing makes it easy to devour the whole book quickly. I enjoyed the love triangle aspect of the book, as well as the insight privileged to the reader. Fab!
May 20, 2020
A lovely little light read. Short and sweet.
January 18, 2017
Daisy is an ‘all rounder’, writer, baker and sales assistant.
She is also Lucy Lovecake, and her love affair with Michel Amiel and the launch of her new cook book ‘French Fancy’, is what keeps the reader entertained.
Lucy’s rise is quite a strain for Michel, a moody and self-important Frenchman.
Within the pages of this beautiful pink covered delight, is a fun-filled plot that makes you crave cake from the first line, makes you laugh, and it also gives a total escape from the cold winter.
This is a perfect ‘girls read’. It has glamour, romance and is as sweet as the ‘French Fancies’ Lucy concocts.
Pippa James has a certain style. Within these pages is a moral to the story, that with effort and grace, ladies can have it all, independence and freedom, all while maintaining a feminine grace and being loved.
I truly adored this novel, and for me, who doesn’t usually ‘do’ romance and chick-lit, it was a fabulous days read. It left me with a feel-good feeling and a big smile.
She is also Lucy Lovecake, and her love affair with Michel Amiel and the launch of her new cook book ‘French Fancy’, is what keeps the reader entertained.
Lucy’s rise is quite a strain for Michel, a moody and self-important Frenchman.
Within the pages of this beautiful pink covered delight, is a fun-filled plot that makes you crave cake from the first line, makes you laugh, and it also gives a total escape from the cold winter.
This is a perfect ‘girls read’. It has glamour, romance and is as sweet as the ‘French Fancies’ Lucy concocts.
Pippa James has a certain style. Within these pages is a moral to the story, that with effort and grace, ladies can have it all, independence and freedom, all while maintaining a feminine grace and being loved.
I truly adored this novel, and for me, who doesn’t usually ‘do’ romance and chick-lit, it was a fabulous days read. It left me with a feel-good feeling and a big smile.
December 29, 2018
Uma bela surpresa. Não sabia muito bem p que esperar deste livro. Se não fossem outras opiniões positivas e encorajadoras talvez não o tivesse lido. Gostei muito como a autora construiu o romance ligando a culinária com a escrita. Um romance que não nos deixa desistir de aquilo que realmente queremos incentivando-nos a lutar pelos nossos sonhos.
July 1, 2019
Daisy braucht Geld und möchte gerne mal ein paar Wochen sorgenfrei leben können. Aber dazu benötigt sie eine zündende Idee. Als ein Agent ihr eine Absage für ihr Buch sendet, versucht sie aber die Kritik anzunehmen und positiv umzuwandeln.
Charaktere/Handlung:
Daisy Delany ist eine junge Frau, die wegen eines Mannes nach London kam. Nun der Mann ging, aber Daisy blieb und arbeitet nun in einem kleinen Dessous-Geschäft. Als der Agent Branwell Thornton ihr eine Absage für ein Backbuch schickt ist sie zunächst deprimiert. Aber eine Begegnung mit Michel Amiel inspiriert sie und es wird Lucy Lovecake geboren. Sie ist loyal, großherzig und eine liebe Person.
Kitty, Daisys Mitbewohnerin und beste Freundin. Sie halten zusammen wie Pech und Schwefel. Wenn eine in Not gerät, hilft die Andere und umgekehrt.
Branwell Thornton ist ein Agent, der das Beste für seine Kunden möchte. Als Lucy ihm eine Neufassung des Buches schickt, ist er begeistert.
Dominic McGann, Verleger und Inhaber eines kleinen Verlages. Auch er will was von Lucy, nur ist es etwas das Bestand hat? Oder gibt es noch andere Hintergründe?
Michel Amiel, der hochgefeierte Sternekoch ist schwer einzuschätzen. Auf der einen Seite ein netter Mann, auf der anderen Seite unversöhnlich, laut und rüpelhaft. Auch spricht er gerne dem Alkohol zu. Ein absolut nicht sehr netter Zeitgenosse und doch hat er mehrere Facetten. Gerade sein mitunter trockener Humor…
Der Schreibstil war locker, leicht und gut verständlich zu lesen. Daisys Emotionen wurden sehr gut transportiert. Der Erzählstil war aus der Sicht von Daisy (Ich-Form).
Mein Fazit:
Daisy versucht ihren Weg zu gehen und kämpft sich durch den Großstadtdschungel. Mehr oder weniger erfolgreich. Sie ist eine wirklich nette und freundliche Person, die auch jemanden die Meinung geigen kann. Auch wie sie sich um ihre Mitmenschen sorgt. Dass das Ganze mit Lucy Lovecake ein wahrlicher Selbstläufer ist und Daisy oft verunsichert ist, konnte ich gut nachvollziehen. Aber im Bezug auf Michel wäre es manchmal nett gewesen, wenn sie ihr Rückrat noch mehr ausgepackt hätte.
Die Geschichte mit dem Sternekoch lässt auch Daisy nicht kalt und die Begegnungen sind einfach amüsant. Michel ist so der typische Anti-Held, dass es stellenweise schon sehr komisch ist. Mit seiner nicht sehr netten Art ist er nicht wirklich sozialverträglich. Auch seine Art wie er arrogant und selbstsüchtig mit seinen Mitmenschen umgeht. Aber was hat Daisys Verleger Dominic mit der ganzen Sache zu tun? Hier wird es am Anfang etwas undurchsichtig und ich hätte mir manchmal gewünscht, dass die Handlung nicht unbedingt dazu gehört. An sich war die Geschichte eine wunderbare kurzweilige Liebesgeschichte. Auch die Idee für das Backbuch war genial und die Situationen in die Daisy manchmal hineinschlittern waren sehr amüsant! Die Charaktere waren insoweit gut ausgearbeitet und wurden gut beschrieben. Deshalb auch von mir 4 Sterne!
Von der Autorin werde ich mit Sicherheit wieder was lesen! Vielen Dank für die schöne Unterhaltung!
Vielen Dank an den Verlag und an netgalley.de für das Leseexemplar! Wie man sieht, hat dies aber meine Meinung in keinster Weise beeinflusst.
Charaktere/Handlung:
Daisy Delany ist eine junge Frau, die wegen eines Mannes nach London kam. Nun der Mann ging, aber Daisy blieb und arbeitet nun in einem kleinen Dessous-Geschäft. Als der Agent Branwell Thornton ihr eine Absage für ein Backbuch schickt ist sie zunächst deprimiert. Aber eine Begegnung mit Michel Amiel inspiriert sie und es wird Lucy Lovecake geboren. Sie ist loyal, großherzig und eine liebe Person.
Kitty, Daisys Mitbewohnerin und beste Freundin. Sie halten zusammen wie Pech und Schwefel. Wenn eine in Not gerät, hilft die Andere und umgekehrt.
Branwell Thornton ist ein Agent, der das Beste für seine Kunden möchte. Als Lucy ihm eine Neufassung des Buches schickt, ist er begeistert.
Dominic McGann, Verleger und Inhaber eines kleinen Verlages. Auch er will was von Lucy, nur ist es etwas das Bestand hat? Oder gibt es noch andere Hintergründe?
Michel Amiel, der hochgefeierte Sternekoch ist schwer einzuschätzen. Auf der einen Seite ein netter Mann, auf der anderen Seite unversöhnlich, laut und rüpelhaft. Auch spricht er gerne dem Alkohol zu. Ein absolut nicht sehr netter Zeitgenosse und doch hat er mehrere Facetten. Gerade sein mitunter trockener Humor…
Der Schreibstil war locker, leicht und gut verständlich zu lesen. Daisys Emotionen wurden sehr gut transportiert. Der Erzählstil war aus der Sicht von Daisy (Ich-Form).
Mein Fazit:
Daisy versucht ihren Weg zu gehen und kämpft sich durch den Großstadtdschungel. Mehr oder weniger erfolgreich. Sie ist eine wirklich nette und freundliche Person, die auch jemanden die Meinung geigen kann. Auch wie sie sich um ihre Mitmenschen sorgt. Dass das Ganze mit Lucy Lovecake ein wahrlicher Selbstläufer ist und Daisy oft verunsichert ist, konnte ich gut nachvollziehen. Aber im Bezug auf Michel wäre es manchmal nett gewesen, wenn sie ihr Rückrat noch mehr ausgepackt hätte.
Die Geschichte mit dem Sternekoch lässt auch Daisy nicht kalt und die Begegnungen sind einfach amüsant. Michel ist so der typische Anti-Held, dass es stellenweise schon sehr komisch ist. Mit seiner nicht sehr netten Art ist er nicht wirklich sozialverträglich. Auch seine Art wie er arrogant und selbstsüchtig mit seinen Mitmenschen umgeht. Aber was hat Daisys Verleger Dominic mit der ganzen Sache zu tun? Hier wird es am Anfang etwas undurchsichtig und ich hätte mir manchmal gewünscht, dass die Handlung nicht unbedingt dazu gehört. An sich war die Geschichte eine wunderbare kurzweilige Liebesgeschichte. Auch die Idee für das Backbuch war genial und die Situationen in die Daisy manchmal hineinschlittern waren sehr amüsant! Die Charaktere waren insoweit gut ausgearbeitet und wurden gut beschrieben. Deshalb auch von mir 4 Sterne!
Von der Autorin werde ich mit Sicherheit wieder was lesen! Vielen Dank für die schöne Unterhaltung!
Vielen Dank an den Verlag und an netgalley.de für das Leseexemplar! Wie man sieht, hat dies aber meine Meinung in keinster Weise beeinflusst.
January 12, 2018
Entertaining read. This is the first grown up book from the author, she normally writes childrens books under another name. Wasn't sure I was going to enjoy this when I started the book, but it hooked me in and kept me reading to the end. The main character, Daisy, is well written and captivating and although I felt slightly disappointed by the ending I would happily read another Lucy Lovecake book.
February 6, 2017
THE SECRET LIFE OF LUCY LOVECAKE by Pippa James is the perfect read for fiction fans everywhere. With scrumptious cakes, sexy lingerie, and characters that feel like your best friends, I completely fell in love with this story! Daisy Delaney has always wanted to be an author and when her first book on the history of lingerie fails to garner any interest, she begins to wonder whether her dream will ever happen. Broke and a little forlorn, it is fate that throws her in the path of antagonistic French chef Michel Amiel. As a strange friendship begins between them, inspiration hits Daisy for the perfect idea for a book, and before she knows it Lucy Lovecake and her baking/dating expertise is born. With Publishers fighting over her, it seems as if her every dream is coming true. But as Lucy Lovecake's real identity must remain a secret, Daisy finds herself lying to those who really matter to her, including Michel, but Daisy doesn't want to risk her book or her future for anyone. With drunken outbursts, house arrests, saucy secrets, and plenty more, THE SECRET LIFE OF LUCY LOVECAKE by Pippa James is hilarious from beginning to end and I adore the area of Primrose Hill and its fascinating inhabitants. I cannot wait to read more from Pippa James.
*I voluntarily reviewed this book from the Publishers
*I voluntarily reviewed this book from the Publishers
March 18, 2018
Easy to read fluff. It feels a bit like all blue skies, things just kept happening coincidentally, and it was written very much and this happened and then that happened. I much preferred the beginning of the book before the deal was signed when she struggled rather than after when it all happened to her. Very bizarre. Also felt it ended very abruptly.
Beach read. No thinking required.
Beach read. No thinking required.
May 23, 2017
loved this book , read it in two days! it's funny , easy and just a happy book ! I pictured Grégory Fitoussi as the dishevelled french man in this book 😍 worth a read even if you are not chit lit fan !
October 8, 2017
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What a great read for a lazy Sunday.
Lovely to escape to inner city London escaping into the world of lovely cafes and eclectic shops dotted amongst the flats.
Really enjoyed this book.
What a great read for a lazy Sunday.
Lovely to escape to inner city London escaping into the world of lovely cafes and eclectic shops dotted amongst the flats.
Really enjoyed this book.
March 18, 2018
A brilliant read from Pippa James. I loved the story from start to finish and loved Daisy's character. I couldn't put it down and really enjoyed it from start to finish. Must have a look for more books by PIPPA.
April 17, 2018
Um livro leve e divertido, que me surpreendeu!
Confesso que me senti um pouco desconfiada nos primeiros capítulos do livro! Como é que poderia sair dali algo de minimamente divertido?! Estava errada!
Gostei bastante!
Excelente para desanuviar!
Confesso que me senti um pouco desconfiada nos primeiros capítulos do livro! Como é que poderia sair dali algo de minimamente divertido?! Estava errada!
Gostei bastante!
Excelente para desanuviar!
April 30, 2018
A fun little read for your hols
A lovely read and amusing in places. It’s almost motivated me to bake in lingerie for my hubby, but a baker I am not! A surprising twist had me gasping but a rather sudden ending! But worth a read
A lovely read and amusing in places. It’s almost motivated me to bake in lingerie for my hubby, but a baker I am not! A surprising twist had me gasping but a rather sudden ending! But worth a read
August 29, 2018
A sweet story, great for a light holiday read
I enjoyed the story and characters, found it a lovely, light read. I enjoyed getting to know the characters. However, the ending was a little abrupt and disappointing.
I enjoyed the story and characters, found it a lovely, light read. I enjoyed getting to know the characters. However, the ending was a little abrupt and disappointing.
March 23, 2019
Afraid this one has to go down as a DNF. I only read about 20%. I really, really could not get into it or to grips with the characters at all. I have loved previous other Pippa James books but this one was just not interesting in the slightest.
December 16, 2017
Surpresa! Um livro ternurento, divertido, sexy e muito doce! De salientar os valores, a lealdade, a entreajuda, a amizade. Gostei muito!
January 5, 2018
Cute, fun read.
February 1, 2018
Brilhante! Cativou-me desde o início ao fim!!! Surpreendeu-me porque pensei que fosse outro tipo de livro... Quero mais livros desta autora!!!
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