"[E]very bit as juicy as the dishes it describes." --SPLASH
Twentysomething Allie Simon is used to playing by the rules--until
Chicago's most sought-after, up-and-coming culinary genius, Benji Zane,
walks into her world and pulls her into his. The only thing more
renowned than Benji's mouthwatering masterpieces and equally luscious
good looks? His struggle with addiction and his reckless tendency to
live life on the edge, no matter the havoc he wreaks along the way. But
loving someone means supporting him no matter what, or so Allie tells
herself. That's why, when Benji's offered the chance to light up foodie
hot spot Randolph Street with a high-profile new restaurant, Allie takes
the ultimate risk and invests her life savings in his dream.
Then one day Benji disappears, relapsing to a place where Allie can't
reach him. Left with nothing but a massive withdrawal slip and a
restaurant that absolutely must open in a matter of weeks, Allie finds
herself thrust into a world of luxury and greed, cutthroat business and
sensory delight. Lost in the mess of it all, she can either crumble
completely or fight like hell for the life she wants and the love she
deserves.
With razor-sharp wit and searing insight, Emily Belden serves up a
deliciously dishy look behind the kitchen doors of a hot foodie town,
perfect for fans of Sweetbitter and The Devil Wears
Prada.
