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Cake: The Story of Us (Casey & Jake): The Complete Two Book Boxset
With over 220,000 words and a combined 2100 Amazon reviews, the Cake Boxset unites the bestselling and award-winning, Cake: A Love Story and Cake: The Newlyweds to tell the complete story of Jake & Casey. This epic couple will grab your heart and never let it go. Don't miss this special, limited edition Boxset.
“If you like books where the chemistry between the characters is spot on, the Cake series is perfect. It is as close to a fairy tale for adults you can get.” - J.L
“I have never been so captivated by a story." - Amazon Reviewer
“Jake & Casey are my favorite book couple EVER! Their dialogue is amazing and their love jumps off the page." - Amazon Reviewer
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Book One - Cake: A Love Story
'He wants to be known for his music but the world only sees him for his past.'
A 2018 Audie Award Finalist in Romance
A Top Ten Kindle Unlimited Bestseller
A #8 Overall Amazon Bestseller
-A reclusive rock star going through the motions-
Jake McKallister might have been a rock star, but he was no ordinary one. Surviving an unspeakable crime as a young teen had shaped him into a guarded workaholic, and he now lived his life trying to forget. If it hadn’t been for music and the redemption he found through it, he might not have survived. Career success came easily for him. Personal connections did not.
-A vivacious college student embracing life-
When outspoken and fun-loving Casey Caldwell was paired with the famously reserved musician for a friend’s wedding, she was prepared for the worst. What could they possibly have in common? She was a bubbly talker; he was a media-shy loner. His life was filled with music; she couldn’t carry a tune. She’d enjoyed a happy childhood; his was a well-publicized nightmare.
-Their worlds are about to collide-
Despite their obvious differences, Jake and Casey found each other, and her light balanced out his darkness. Would their love be strong enough to survive the weight of his tragic past?
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Book Two - Cake: The Newlyweds
-Winner for Best New Adult Romance of 2018 (Audible)
-Voted Best Celebrity Couple (Audible)
You thought their story was over… but a love like theirs has no end.
Fate doesn’t own Jake McKallister. At least, that’s what he tells himself. Life is better than ever. He’s at the top of his game, performing to sold-out crowds the world over.
He has his health and a solid, fun-loving family to keep him grounded.
And he got the girl - the beautiful, quirky girl he’s just made his wife.
Yes, life is good. If only fate would stop screaming in his ear.
Lucky is the best word for Casey McKallister. She has an awesome support system, a nerd’s dream job at a prestigious accounting firm, and best of all, she’s married to the hottest rock star to ever roam the earth.
Yes, life is perfect… until it all comes crashing down around her.
They say love conquers all. That’s what Jake and Casey are counting on.
“If you like books where the chemistry between the characters is spot on, the Cake series is perfect. It is as close to a fairy tale for adults you can get.” - J.L
“I have never been so captivated by a story." - Amazon Reviewer
“Jake & Casey are my favorite book couple EVER! Their dialogue is amazing and their love jumps off the page." - Amazon Reviewer
_____
Book One - Cake: A Love Story
'He wants to be known for his music but the world only sees him for his past.'
A 2018 Audie Award Finalist in Romance
A Top Ten Kindle Unlimited Bestseller
A #8 Overall Amazon Bestseller
-A reclusive rock star going through the motions-
Jake McKallister might have been a rock star, but he was no ordinary one. Surviving an unspeakable crime as a young teen had shaped him into a guarded workaholic, and he now lived his life trying to forget. If it hadn’t been for music and the redemption he found through it, he might not have survived. Career success came easily for him. Personal connections did not.
-A vivacious college student embracing life-
When outspoken and fun-loving Casey Caldwell was paired with the famously reserved musician for a friend’s wedding, she was prepared for the worst. What could they possibly have in common? She was a bubbly talker; he was a media-shy loner. His life was filled with music; she couldn’t carry a tune. She’d enjoyed a happy childhood; his was a well-publicized nightmare.
-Their worlds are about to collide-
Despite their obvious differences, Jake and Casey found each other, and her light balanced out his darkness. Would their love be strong enough to survive the weight of his tragic past?
_____
Book Two - Cake: The Newlyweds
-Winner for Best New Adult Romance of 2018 (Audible)
-Voted Best Celebrity Couple (Audible)
You thought their story was over… but a love like theirs has no end.
Fate doesn’t own Jake McKallister. At least, that’s what he tells himself. Life is better than ever. He’s at the top of his game, performing to sold-out crowds the world over.
He has his health and a solid, fun-loving family to keep him grounded.
And he got the girl - the beautiful, quirky girl he’s just made his wife.
Yes, life is good. If only fate would stop screaming in his ear.
Lucky is the best word for Casey McKallister. She has an awesome support system, a nerd’s dream job at a prestigious accounting firm, and best of all, she’s married to the hottest rock star to ever roam the earth.
Yes, life is perfect… until it all comes crashing down around her.
They say love conquers all. That’s what Jake and Casey are counting on.
825 pages, Kindle Edition
Published January 4, 2020
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About the author
J. Bengtsson
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J. (Jill) Bengtsson is the bestselling author of the Cake Series. She writes contemporary novels focused on love, humor, passion, and family. Her heroines are strong, nurturing, and quirky while her heroes are what dreams are made of - gorgeous, committed, and in need of a little saving. A native Californian, Jill’s novels are set under the glittering lights of the West Coast entertainment industry.
They are for the dreamer in all of us.
Jill resides in Ventura County, California. She’s married to the Swedish boy she met as an exchange student her junior year in college and they have three children, a golden retriever, and two ragdoll cats.
Be sure not to miss new releases and sales by J. Bengtsson by signing up for her newsletter https://jbengtssonbooks.com/newsletter
For more Cake experiences, check out the audiobooks.
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The audiobook series feature top narrators by Andi Arndt, Joe Arden and Zachary Webber.
*Cake A Love Story was nominated for an Audie Award for Best Romance of 2018.
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jill@jbengtssonbooks.com
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J. (Jill) Bengtsson is the bestselling author of the Cake Series. She writes contemporary novels focused on love, humor, passion, and family. Her heroines are strong, nurturing, and quirky while her heroes are what dreams are made of - gorgeous, committed, and in need of a little saving. A native Californian, Jill’s novels are set under the glittering lights of the West Coast entertainment industry.
They are for the dreamer in all of us.
Jill resides in Ventura County, California. She’s married to the Swedish boy she met as an exchange student her junior year in college and they have three children, a golden retriever, and two ragdoll cats.
Be sure not to miss new releases and sales by J. Bengtsson by signing up for her newsletter https://jbengtssonbooks.com/newsletter
For more Cake experiences, check out the audiobooks.
https://www.audible.com/author/J-Beng...
The audiobook series feature top narrators by Andi Arndt, Joe Arden and Zachary Webber.
*Cake A Love Story was nominated for an Audie Award for Best Romance of 2018.
jbengtssonbooks.com
jill@jbengtssonbooks.com
www.facebook.com/jbengtssonauthor
https://www.facebook.com/groups/theba...
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June 26, 2021
I liked the first book Cake but I could not get into the second. Where Cake had humor the second started with a backward telling of a story. And I am not a big fan of stories which start at the end or near to the end and then we see the story develop backward. I also thought that the second story was not needed, because the first one already had a HEA and it was pretty clear where it would go form there. So today I decided to dnf the story instead of leaving the copy on my kindle and feel bad about it.
First book: 4 stars
Second book: 2 Stars
January 29, 2020
Excellent Reading Material
1. Cake: A Love Story
This was such a gut-wrenching novel to read - - so much anguish, pain and sorrow, but love, oh so much love blanketed the characters in its enduring warmth. Familial support of the characters is the backbone by which all faced their life challenges.
2.. Cake: The Newlyweds
Well, if I thought book one was a highly emotional read, book two of the set (and book four of the series) was an uber emotional read that cut right to the quick. As with the first novel in this series, book four also included so much anguish, pain and lay-you-out sorrow. Again though, the enduring, strength and compassion of unwavering familial love and support, was the abiding backbone that saw the characters through exceedingly troubled times.
I voluntarily received an advance review copy of this two-book box setl from Booksprout and I am leaving an honest and unbiased review. I have no affiliation to this author.
1. Cake: A Love Story
This was such a gut-wrenching novel to read - - so much anguish, pain and sorrow, but love, oh so much love blanketed the characters in its enduring warmth. Familial support of the characters is the backbone by which all faced their life challenges.
2.. Cake: The Newlyweds
Well, if I thought book one was a highly emotional read, book two of the set (and book four of the series) was an uber emotional read that cut right to the quick. As with the first novel in this series, book four also included so much anguish, pain and lay-you-out sorrow. Again though, the enduring, strength and compassion of unwavering familial love and support, was the abiding backbone that saw the characters through exceedingly troubled times.
I voluntarily received an advance review copy of this two-book box setl from Booksprout and I am leaving an honest and unbiased review. I have no affiliation to this author.
May 27, 2022
Loved these 2 Books!
The Cake Series is so enjoyable! The dialogue is second to none. I actually laughed out loud so many times and I don’t usually laugh at too many books. In addition to the plot, the pacing, the dialogue, and the humor, I was so impressed with the uniqueness of each character. I do want to mention that despite the honor this was not a rom-com. There are some very serious situations that occur. I fell in love with them all (almost). I’ll let another reviewer delve more into the details.
I highly recommend this series, in fact, when I finished I downloaded the next book in the series which was also terrific and I’m about to read the third.
The Cake Series is so enjoyable! The dialogue is second to none. I actually laughed out loud so many times and I don’t usually laugh at too many books. In addition to the plot, the pacing, the dialogue, and the humor, I was so impressed with the uniqueness of each character. I do want to mention that despite the honor this was not a rom-com. There are some very serious situations that occur. I fell in love with them all (almost). I’ll let another reviewer delve more into the details.
I highly recommend this series, in fact, when I finished I downloaded the next book in the series which was also terrific and I’m about to read the third.
March 12, 2024
Book 1: 5 stars.
Book 2: 3 stars.
It felt like the second book was written by a completely different author from the first. Where was the witty banter? The comedy? The romance? It was dark and depressing and sad, and Jake turned into a real jerk, being borderline verbally abusive to Casey at times. I almost wish I hadn't read the sequel, and their story had ended with the first book, because their story was so beautiful and full of promise then. I laughed out loud at the first book, couldn't put it down. During the second, it just kept getting more and more depressing until In the end I guess they finally got their HEA, but after they both spent most of the book being miserable, it didn't feel like a win.
Book 2: 3 stars.
It felt like the second book was written by a completely different author from the first. Where was the witty banter? The comedy? The romance? It was dark and depressing and sad, and Jake turned into a real jerk, being borderline verbally abusive to Casey at times. I almost wish I hadn't read the sequel, and their story had ended with the first book, because their story was so beautiful and full of promise then. I laughed out loud at the first book, couldn't put it down. During the second, it just kept getting more and more depressing until In the end I guess they finally got their HEA, but after they both spent most of the book being miserable, it didn't feel like a win.
January 31, 2020
This was a great box set. I would also recommend the other books in the series for a more enriched experience of the series.
June 26, 2021
The cakes series was awesome 👏🏾 Quinn is my favourite the Jake etc...❤️💗
August 14, 2021
rating: 4 ⭐️
format: kindle unlimited
published: 2020
format: kindle unlimited
published: 2020
October 24, 2023
all the feels!
I laughed, I cried - this book was just such a wonderful read.
So enjoyable - honeybees included : )
I laughed, I cried - this book was just such a wonderful read.
So enjoyable - honeybees included : )
January 12, 2021
Brilliant
Wow what an amazing story!!! So full of emotions, love angst and everything in between!! Absolutely loved Jake and Casey and their journey. I have never read a book that made me laugh out loud as much as this one.
Wow what an amazing story!!! So full of emotions, love angst and everything in between!! Absolutely loved Jake and Casey and their journey. I have never read a book that made me laugh out loud as much as this one.
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