The first cosy fantasy book in J. Penner’s heartwarming Adenashire series is a feel-good adventure towards self-discovery – and asks the delightful question of what happens when a human, a dwarf and an elf walk into a bake-off… *** She doesn’t need to have magic in order to be magic. In the heart of Adenashire, where elvish enchantments and dwarven delights rule, human baker Arleta Starstone works twice as hard at perfecting her unique blend of baking with apothecary herbs. So, when her orc neighbour (and biggest fan) secretly enters her creations into the prestigious Langheim Baking Battle, Arleta faces a dilemma. Being magicless, her participation in the competition could draw more scowls than smiles. And if Arleta wants to prove her talent and establish her culinary reputation, she’ll need more than just her pastry craft to sweeten the odds. Though Arleta may not yet believe in herself, she makes her way to Langheim – with the help of a very attractive woodland elf – and competes.
