A Winter of Sweet Secrets - by Heidi McCahan (Paperback)

About the Book

"For generations, the Evergreen Candy Company has been a beloved small-town Alaskan tradition run by Jovi Wright's family--until now. With her grandparents no longer at the helm, Jovi's parents are considering selling it. When her sister calls with the news, Jovi hops on a plane back home to help rescue the family business. Her plan: launch Grammie's salted caramel chews as a new product. But with Grammie's memory fading and the recipe missing, Jovi has her work cut out for her. Still reeling from being jilted by her fiancâe, Jovi welcomes the distraction of trying to re-create the recipe from scratch. The distraction she's not so sure about is single dad Burke Solomon. The disillusioned author and his adorable little girl have moved in to his late aunt's cabin just down the road from her grandparents' home, where she's staying. And the discovery that their families have been feuding since before either of them were born is too irresistible to ignore. With a looming deadline and the stresses of single parenthood, the last thing Burke needs is a bright-eyed optimist like Jovi next door. But he finds himself asking for her help adjusting to life in Evergreen more than he'd like to admit. And untangling the history of what happened to the friendship between his late aunt and Jovi's Grammie provides an antidote to his writer's block. But when Burke unearths several shocking family secrets, will revealing them settle the feud or bring everything he and Jovi have been working toward crashing down around them?"--

Book Synopsis

"A sweet and heartfelt story of family, forgiveness, and finding love in unexpected places. With charming characters and a small-town Alaskan backdrop, A Winter of Sweet Secrets delivers a delicious mix of romance, resilience, and a dash of mystery that will keep readers turning pages long into the night." -RaeAnne Thayne, New York Times bestselling author

What will it take to save her family's candy company...and end a decades-long feud?

For generations, the Evergreen Candy Company has been a beloved small-town Alaskan tradition run by Jovi Wright's family--until now. With her grandparents no longer at the helm, Jovi's parents are considering selling it. When her sister calls with the news, Jovi hops on a plane back home to help rescue the family business. Her plan: launch Grammie's salted caramel chews as a new product. But with Grammie's memory fading and the recipe missing, Jovi has her work cut out for her.

Still reeling from being jilted by her fiancé, Jovi welcomes the distraction of trying to re-create the recipe from scratch. The distraction she's not so sure about is single dad Burke Solomon. The disillusioned author and his adorable little girl have moved in to his late aunt's cabin just down the road from her grandparents' home, where she's staying. And the discovery that their families have been feuding since before either of them were born is too irresistible to ignore.

With a looming deadline and the stresses of single parenthood, the last thing Burke needs is a bright-eyed optimist like Jovi next door. But he finds himself asking for her help adjusting to life in Evergreen more than he'd like to admit. And untangling the history of what happened to the friendship between his late aunt and Jovi's Grammie provides an antidote to his writer's block. But when Burke unearths several shocking family secrets, will revealing them settle the feud or bring everything he and Jovi have been working toward crashing down around them?

Review Quotes

"An Alaskan snowstorm, dueling families and a long-lost recipe offer a lot to love in this story. I savored every page." -Debbie Macomber, #1 New York Times bestselling author

"Lovers of uplifting romance will flock to this sweet new novel by stand-out voice Heidi McCahan. Readers will fall in love with the town of Evergreen and its charming residents. Five delicious stars!" --Kristy Woodson Harvey, New York Times bestselling author of A Happier Life

"A Winter of Sweet Secrets is a heartfelt story of family, love, forgiveness, and second chances. Readers will be gripped on page one and won't stop until they reach the end. The real star of the show, however, is Darby Jane. She's enchanting and an absolute delight who will keep readers in stitches. This book proves a winner!" -Amy Clipston, bestselling author of With This Ring

"A sweet and heartfelt story of family, forgiveness, and finding love in unexpected places. With charming characters and a small-town Alaskan backdrop, A Winter of Sweet Secrets delivers a delicious mix of romance, resilience, and a dash of mystery that will keep readers turning pages long into the night." -RaeAnne Thayne, New York Times bestselling author

"Two shattered hearts find themselves in a confection of trouble when their paths align in Evergreen, Alaska. With family secrets to contend with, and a rivalry that goes back generations, this candy-filled romance is delicious and satisfying." -Jean Meltzer, International Bestselling Author of The Matzah Ball

"With its rootable romance, intriguing family mystery, and irresistible Alaska town full of charming personalities, A Winter of Sweet Secrets has all the ingredients we want in a delightful comfort read. Heidi McCahan has perfected the recipe for uplifting and inspirational cozy love stories!" -Bethany Turner, author of Cole and Laila Are Just Friends: A Love Story

"A glorious Alaskan setting, characters who tug at your heartstrings, and a candy shop of goodies you can almost taste... plus poignant family drama that will keep you turning pages. Heidi McCahan has written the perfect sweet escape." -Lee Tobin McClain, New York Times bestselling author

"Like a heart-shaped box of chocolates in book form! From the Alaska setting to the delicious candy descriptions to the tender romance, I loved this sweet and hopeful novel." -New York Times bestselling author Teri Wilson

"Heidi McCahan shines in her newest offering that will satisfy any reader's sweet tooth. This small-town romance will delight fans of Liz Johnson and Denise Hunter." -Sarah Monzon, author of All's Fair in Love and Christmas

"There's nothing semi sweet about this small-town Alaskan romance, or the generational candy shop in jeopardy of closing. Sprinkle in a protective single father, a fun-loving do-gooder, a well-paced mystery, and an artfully penned storyline, and McCahan has crafted a confectioner's dream." -Nicole Deese, Christy Award-Winning author

"A Winter of Sweet Secrets combines two of my favorite ingredients--romance and mystery. The characters are engaging and the challenges they face in their quest for truth make this story by Heidi McCahan one for the keeper shelf!" -USA Today bestselling author Kathryn Springer