My Thoughts and More on Winning Over the Baker by Danielle Thorne

 

Welcome to the Takeover + Review Blitz for Winning Over the Baker by Danielle Thorne hosted by JustRead Publicity Tours!

About the Book

 

Title: Winning Over the Baker 

Author: Danielle Thorne 

Publisher: Love Inspired 

Release Date: April 29, 2025 

Genre: Inspirational Romance

Can this single mom have it all

Without losing her heart? 

Just when Tam Rochester’s dreams of expanding her herb shop and being able to support her daughter are finally coming true, Patrick Butler arrives in town. She wasn’t counting on the single dad’s plans for a bakery right across the street or the competition it’ll bring. Tam’s not afraid to fight for her future, but going toe-to-toe with Patrick would be easier if she didn’t adore his kids—and if she could just ignore her growing feelings for the too-talented baker…

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About the Author

Danielle Thorne writes from south of Atlanta, Georgia, for Harlequin's Love Inspired books. She is the author of sweet, romantic adventures, both historical and contemporary.

Danielle has also published poetry and short stories as well as non-fiction for young adult readers. She' s a graduate of Ricks College and BYU-Idaho with degrees in the Science and Humanities and University Studies. A mother of four and grandmother of two, Danielle's been married for over 30 years to Robert Thorne, and together, they enjoy traveling and serving in their church and community.

Connect with Danielle by visiting daniellethorne.com to follow her on social media or subscribe to email newsletter updates.

My thoughts:

Falling in love can be scary when you have already had your heart shattered into a million pieces and kids are involved. Kids who also are dealing with the fallout of broken promises and their solid ground has shifted. But taking chances on a new love and life can be just the healing balm that is needed.

Tam has dreams of making her tea shop larger, and with the bakery closing across the street, her dreams can finally come true. Except they can't. As single dad Patrick is going to take over the bakery with his delightful creations. He also does not seem to be one to want to share either, especially since he is unwilling to give up any of his peaches from the orchard he is also taking over. To be fair, they are his main ingredient, but really Tam only needed just a few.

So, Tam and Patrick, and their kids, enter into a shaky sort of friendship. One that comes with all kinds of ups and downs as they have competing businesses and hurting kids. I was rooting for these two to open their hearts again and see the possibility of a better more combined family relationship and business partnership and how that could solve a host of problems. This was a very sweet story of two guarded individuals falling into love with one another against their better judgement. A love story that took them by surprise, in a good way.

I was provided a copy of this novel from the publisher. I was not required to post a positive review, and all views and opinions are my own.

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Tour Giveaway

(1) winner will receive a signed copy of Winning Over the Baker, $25 Barnes & Noble gift card, Twinings Peach & Orange Herbal Tea, tea bag holder, stickers, and a bookmark!

Be sure to check out each stop on the tour for more chances to win. Full tour schedule linked below. Giveaway began at midnight April 30, 2025 and lasts through 11:59 PM EST on May 7, 2025. Winner will be notified within 2 weeks of close of the giveaway and given 48 hours to respond or risk forfeiture of prize. US only. Void where prohibited by law or logistics.

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