Saturday, January 17, 2026

Secret Recipe Reviews

"Secret Recipe is an emotional romance about second chances, instant chemistry, and finding a place to call home. This is, hands down, my favorite book in the Redford Falls series. From the moment I started reading, I connected with Jess. She’s a woman with a dark past, one that won’t stay buried. I also connected with Travis. He’s a firefighter who also is gifted as a baker. He’s a cinnamon roll hero through and through. The chemistry between these two is hot yet sweet at the same time. Emotions run high which had me whipping through the pages. The sprinkling of mystery and intrigue adds a nice touch to this romance. The setting inside the kitchen had me craving baked goods. Trust me, don’t read while hungry. Darlene Fredette has penned a flawless romance you won’t be able to put down. 5++Stars."
- N.N. Light's Book Heaven

"As with all her creations, author Fredette’s ability to pack strong emotions into a short story is enviable. Another of Fredette’s many talents is creating setting. If readers believe nothing much happens in a small town, think again. Redford Falls might be on the far end of Eastern Canada, but it could easily be any small town, anywhere on the globe. Secret Recipe will draw you in from the first page and not let go till the very last line. Based on a scale of 1-5, Secret Recipe, merits a 7."
- Kat Henry Doran, Wild Women Reviews

"This is a sweet, clean romance with just the right touch of suspense. It may actually be my favorite book in the series so far. The plot is simple and easy to follow, focusing mainly on the three central characters and how they quickly begin to feel like a family. Their shared secrets, the looming danger, and the heartfelt connection between Jess and Travis all blend beautifully, leading to a very satisfying ending. I loved all the characters, especially Heather. She was absolutely wonderful. One of my favorite parts was how they handled the dangerous situation together. If you enjoy clean, small-town romance with a hint of suspense, this book might be perfect for you."
- Nanasbookreviews, Goodreads

“A great little read. It was nice and sweet and perfect to curl up with on a weekend.”
- Goodreads Review 

“Such a sweet romance. Very easy to read, had an easy flow, and was enjoyable to read.”
- Goodreads Review 

“A sweet, fun, easy to read romantic novel. Very likeable and believable characters. A book to make you smile if you are looking for a great way to spend a few hours reading.”
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READER'S REVIEW

“What I love most about Darlene Fredette’s Redford Falls book series is the epic, plot twists in each book. I’m entertained from cover to cover because I can’t predict where her storyline will go next.”

READER'S REVIEW

“Darlene’s talent lies in writing romance with all the emotion you could possibly want without going over the top. She takes characters and breathes life into them. Her descriptive narration plunges the reader into the story.”

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