He is determined to save his business; she is determined to protect her heart. My name is Rayden Cornell and I have been drifting through life, trying to find that magical passion that helps life make sense. Until recently, life meant living in my parent’s basement. A chance to go to culinary college led me to where I am today—on my way to becoming a very successful businessman. I want to … to emphasize the phrase “on my way” because everything was going great until I opened the mail one fateful day.
I’m Dani Bernard, medium and counselor to young girls who have the same talent as I do. Living in Mescalero, New Mexico is the perfect place for me as I try to heal my shattered soul. I thought I was doing pretty well until I saw the image of my sister being used as the face for some guy’s pastry business. In a moment of despair, I reacted. I probably should have thought twice about sending the letter, but it was already on its way before I could take it back. The one thing I never expected was that the letter would change my life the way it did.
Success and tragedy meet and two hearts will have to decide what the future will hold for them.
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I have never read books by this author before. This was my first but it will not be my last. This author put a fresh spin into her book that I loved. She added baking into the story. Yes, baking and at the end she has listed some recipes. I will defiantly be trying them. This is the story of Rayden and Dani. Both had tragedy in different ways touch their lives. Even though they search for success is it possible they could have a future together? Can Rayden help Dani find peace or heal her broken heart? Dani is a medium and has a tortured soul. This is their journey. It is very well written. She has strong characters and an awesome story line. I hope there will be a book #2. I would love to see where she takes it. I highly recommend this book as a must read!!!! It was really awesome!!
this was a really great book! kinda sad in parts. he was to start a business to make his self known. only he puts up a picture that sets her off. there is more to this than meets the eye.
This was a quick and kind of tragic read, with a good story line and characters this book was enjoyable to read. I can’t wait to see what comes next
A great story full of yummy food and a bit of paranormal elements as well. It was a little hard to get into the story and the characters. Overall the story was interesting but I felt like something was missing for me. And the recipes at the end were a delightful added bonus!
I judged this book by the adorable cover and am so glad I did! Ray and Elan are two dudes living in their parent’s basement. Dani is a shattered young woman living in New Mexico. A letter and a photo begin their unusual journey of transformation. This page turner is packed with quirky characters, werewolves, mystics and romance. I highly suggest this sweet story of love and passion. It’s as scrumptious as the recipes from the story.
Omg this book is amazing, it has romance, some drama, comedy, and even some very interesting recipes for you bakers out there. I love how the author detailed the story because it was like I was there in the book. There’s no other way to say besides that everyone should read this book.
Maribel’s Decadent Minatures grabs you from the first page and doesn’t let go. If you like witches, wolves, and native american history along with culinary delights this book will entice you. The characters are so well written it is as if they are right there in the room with you. Rayden and Dani are perfect for each other. Neither one of them is looking for a relationship but as they work together their chemistry is amazing. The secondary characters will keep you laughing and give great depth to the story. The humor is woven through the entire tale. This author really enjoyed writing this and I would like to see if Elan can have a story of his own. Loved it.
I loved this book! Ray and Dani need each other so bad and are having trouble seeing that. Good thing they have friends to help them. I’ll be looking for the rest of Elan’s story.
This book was very different than the author usually writes. I loved it. Two basement dwelling friends open a business. They brought a picture online and now they need to get the rights to it. Throw in a bit of magic and a tragedy that is hard to move forward from and a butterfly. Great read highly recommend it.
I expected something different when I started reading this books but I’m glad when I was happily surprised as I went along. There was never a dull moment from the beginning to the end. I loved Rayden, Dani and Elan but also many of the occupants of Mescalero, New Mexico. Never a dull moment and love between Rayden and Dani was a plus for me. A great read for all
Maribel’s Decadent Miniatures…
What an interesting story that kept my interest from page one.
Rayden and his friend Elan had me laughing and remind me a lot of a couple of my friendships. They both live in their parents basements still, but they are on the high road to becoming successful businessmen with their bakery Maribel’s.
Dani Bernard is a medium that has survived so much tragedy. Living in Mescalero, New Mexico allows her to live her life freely and open with her gifts without being judged. After all, she isn’t the weirdest person living in this town.
After reading this I have to admit, I was a bit surprised to learn the characters are WAY older than they act in the book. Both Rayden and Elan are in their 40’s yet their antics remind me of 20 year olds. Not that there is anything wrong with their age, it was just surprising.
I’m still curious what the ten-point orgasm thing is with Rayden…
This is a magically delightful book that quickly drew me in and kept me turning the pages. The characters are complex, interesting, and a bit quirky. With a touch of magic, paranormal elements, friendship, and love; there is something for everyone to enjoy.
This is a must read!!
I never would have thought Theresa would step over to the paranormal side.
This isn’t on my about a guy who finds his passion in baking. It’s about finding his true love, Dani.
As I started reading I thought it was going to be about a child who wins over people by her baking. Boy was I wrong!
Theresa has a great mind when it comes to throwing you off. This book is just pure awesome to me. How everything was thrown at Ray and Dani, they took it with stride.
I want more,I was in tears at the end! Again a must read…..
4 out of 5 stars
Welcome to Mescalero New Mexico , where Rayden Cornell ends up to get the rights to a photo that he has purchased to promote his on line baking store Maribel’s Decadent Miniatures. When he and his best friend come in contact with Dani Bernard things start to change . When Elan has a reaction to the town and Dani he must try and remember his past Rayden needs to come to terms with something that has never happened to him before . Falling in love with Dani . Will everyone be able to over come the past and have the happily ever after that each of them deserve.
When I sat down to read this book I was hoping I would like the characters . I really did love these characters . Rayden is kind of a as they call him in the book a Ralph Kramden . If things didn’t take off in 6 months he was on to the next thing . He was kind of a drifter still living at home in his parents basement . Until the day he decides to grow up and take a chance . There were a few times you really just wanted to slap him upside the head cause he was just being a dork . Overall he is actually a lovable guy that you will love to hang out with him . Elan is Rayden’s best friend and he is the for a lack of a better word the angel on Rayden’s shoulder , he keeps Rayden on the straight and narrow sometimes . He is a sweet but there is a sadness to him that when he gets to Dani has memories rush back and he realizes that there is more to him then his parents have told him . I really like Elan he is a complicated man and so want to find out more at him. Dani is a sweet woman who has been through so much in her life and she just wants to help young girls that are special like she is When you find out she is a medium and her two best friends are werewolves . She is also very strong and independent .
This is a short read that you will be able to read in an afternoon . The characters are well written and you will love the twists and turns that that author throws in . The only thing I wish was the book was a little longer and the author dived into the stories of Elan and the gang just a little bit more . I really was getting invested in the characters and I really wanted to know more about their past . Especially Elan and Dani, I think they would have such a great past to get into more . I really hope that the author writes more using these characters .Overall I truly enjoyed this book and loved the way the author did the paranormal aspect of the characters . So if you want a really good read for an afternoon check it out you will not be disappointed
This new book by Theresa is different from what she has written before but it’s just as amazing it has all kinds of different paranormal stuff from witches to wolves and so on it’s also a love story and it’s about time that Rayden moves out on his own and stops living in his parents basement and meets Dani and falls in love I fell in love with this book from the start it kept me on my toes wondering what was going to happen next I can’t wait to see what she writes next.