PRAISE FOR AMY E. REICHERT
THE SIMPLICITY OF CIDER
“Reichert captures the food, relationships, and unique settings of the Midwest at their best. I was absolutely charmed by The Simplicity of Cider.”
— J. Ryan Stradal, New York Times bestselling author of Kitchens of the Great Midwest
“The Simplicity of Cider will quench your thirst for a smart, poignant tale of people who find their true selves, and in the process each other, in the most unexpected places. A sparkling tale of creating family where you need it, and learning to let go of the things that hold you back from your best life.”
—Stacey Ballis, author of Wedding Girl and Recipe for Disaster
“Reichert has once again delivered a surefire hit with The Simplicity of Cider. It’s charming, heartwarming, and magical.”
—Nina Bocci, USA Today bestselling author of Roman Crazy
“The Simplicity of Cider is the perfect blend of sweet, smart, and immensely satisfying. If foodie fiction is a thing, Amy E. Reichert is the grand master.”
—Colleen Oakley, author of Close Enough to Touch
“Deep family secrets and undeniable attraction collide in this wonderfully atmospheric and heartwarming tale of a father trying to save his son, a woman trying to save her family’s land, and the way that the two of them might just save each other if they can stop the past from destroying their future. As deliciously satisfying as a crisp glass of the cider Amy E. Reichert so masterfully describes.”
— Kristin Harmel, internationally bestselling author of The Sweetness of Forgetting, The Life Intended, and When We Meet Again
“With a dreamy setting and lovable characters, The Simplicity of Cider is so good you can practically taste it. Read it in the shade of an apple tree, near a perfectly dry bottle of cider, or wherever—just read it!”
—Kelly Harms, author of The Good Luck Girls of Shipwreck Lane
“Reichert’s writing is like the song in your heart, at once lilting and joyous yet aching and real. The Simplicity of Cider is a comforting and layered read with a cast of well-developed characters who feel both unique and authentic, and a setting that will have you yearning for a trip to Door County and a mug of cider.”
—Sonali Dev, author of A Change of Heart
“The Simplicity of Cider is a novel as delicious as cider and as enchanting as magic—both of which are found in measured doses throughout the book. Amy Reichert has a way of writing about complicated relationships and seemingly impossible situations with a strong thread of hope that is both uplifting and substantive. This is a lovely book, meant to be savored.”
—Karen White, New York Times bestselling author of The Guests on South Battery
LUCK, LOVE & LEMON PIE
“Laugh-out-loud, hold-on-to-your-panties women’s fiction. The characters are game for anything when it comes to getting back what they think they have lost. Reichert is a talented author.”
—RT Book Reviews (four-star review)
“Amy E. Reichert serves up another delicious serving of fresh wit and lots of fun in this charming tale of a woman determined to fix her marriage gone stale. This heartfelt novel is as funny as it is tender—in other words, the perfect summer read.”
—Colleen Oakley, author of Close Enough to Touch and Before I Go
“As irresistible and delicious as an actual slice of lemon pie, Luck, Love & Lemon Pie has all of the sweet ingredients that make a book impossible to put down. Amy E. Reichert has a flair for writing heartwarming fiction that will give you sweet cravings!”
—Liz Fenton and Lisa Steinke, authors of The Year We Turned Forty and The Status of All Things
“Luck, Love & Lemon Pie is touching, clever, and a hell of a lot of fun. Amy E. Reichert somehow manages to not only tell a stirring story about modern marriage, but also transport you poolside in Vegas. Simply put, Luck, Love & Lemon Pie is a great bet.”
—Taylor Jenkins Reid, author of Maybe in Another Life and After I Do
“With relatable characters and a lot of heart, Reichert delivers a story that is both entertaining and wise, and leaves you believing that, when it comes to true happiness, you can create your own luck.”
—Karma Brown, bestselling author of Come Away with Me
“Charming.”
—People
“Reichert’s second novel, after the popular The Coincidence of Coconut Cake (2015), will appeal to readers who enjoy a lighter look at self-discovery, family, and friendship.”
—Booklist
“An enjoyable and thought-provoking exploration of a modern-day marriage in midlife crisis.”
—Kirkus Reviews
THE COINCIDENCE OF COCONUT CAKE
“A delectable novel.”
—Bookreporter
“Deliciously entertaining! Amy E. Reichert’s voice is warm and funny in this delightful ode to second chances and the healing power of a meal cooked with love.”
—Meg Donohue, USA Today bestselling author of All the Summer Girls and How to Eat a Cupcake
“Amy E. Reichert writes like your best friend and reading her words is like having that friend whisper them into your ear. The Coincidence of Coconut Cake is a delicious story of food, love, and a wink at what people will do to have their cake and eat it, too.”
—Ann Garvin, author of The Dog Year and On Maggie’s Watch
“Highly recommended that you eat before reading this book . . . a light, fun read that feels a bit like eating dessert for dinner.”
—RT Book Reviews
“Amy E. Reichert whips up the perfect recipe for a deliciously fun read. Combine humor and romance with a dash of drama, then let it simmer. The sprinkle of Wisconsin pride is icing on an already irresistible cake. Warning: do not read this book hungry!”
—Elizabeth Eulberg, author of The Lonely Hearts Club and Better Off Friends
“What a wonderful treat! Delicious descriptions of food and love and Milwaukee (I know! Who knew?). A sweet, endearing read.”
—Megan Mulry, USA Today bestselling author of A Royal Pain
“The Coincidence of Coconut Cake is a smart and delicious debut—a read as satisfying as the last bite of dessert after a lovingly prepared meal.”
—Susan Gloss, author of Vintage
“Well-developed secondary characters and detailed descriptions of the Milwaukee food scene will leave readers hungry for more. Fans of Stacey Ballis and Erica Bauermeister will find lots to love.”
—Booklist
“Amy Reichert brings sweetness and substance to her delicious debut. Sign me up for second helpings!”
—Lisa Patton, bestselling author of Whistlin’ Dixie in a Nor’easter
“Amy E. Reichert takes the cake with this charming tale of food, friendship, and fate.”
—Beth Harbison, New York Times bestselling author of If I Could Turn Back Time
“Reichert’s quirky and endearing debut skillfully and slyly examines identity and community while its characters find love in surprising places. Clever, creative, and sweetly delicious.”
—Kirkus Reviews