I love a good second chance romance and this one delivered.

The characters were likable and the story flowed nicely! The spice was an added bonus! Will definitely pick up this author again!!!!

This story was a real gem, packed with humor, emotions, and sizzling chemistry. Isla and Connor, once high school sweethearts, drifted apart due to some mysterious twist of fate. Fate, however, had other plans and threw them back together on "Bex's Bakeoff," a reality cooking show. Their passion still burns bright, but there's some drama that needs untangling. I was hooked from start to finish, cheering for Isla and Connor to seize their second chance at love. A truly fantastic, deeply moving tale with endearing characters. So, is there a shot at a second chance for first love? Dive in and enjoy the ride!

This is a good book. The two main characters are Isla and Connor. They were dating in high school. Connor went to college and they broke up. Isla was pregnant, she tried to find Connor but couldn’t. Four years later, she joined a baking contest. Connor joined the same baking contest. It was the first time they had seen each other. They each had issues but together they work them out and fall in love.

I'm happy to say I enjoyed this one more than I expected. Throwing a kid into the mix isn't generally my favorite for romance novels, but I thought it was really well handled in this one. Most of the miscommunication was kept in the past and the characters communicated with each other like adults, which is always nice. The plot flowed well and resolved cleanly, but realistically. As for the more spicy bits, those were surprisingly good.

This was such a fun and easy read. A sexy second chance romance with plenty of heart and a big dash of chemistry. Plus some yummy baking!

I loved the supporting characters and the ultimate HEA for the couple was adorable. Loved it!

If you’re addicted to food competition shows like me, you’re going to love this second-chance romance. This couple burns for each other…whether passion or hate, you choose.

From the first page, I got sucked into this drama-filled romance. Emotions run high and I loved every agonizing moment. Passion simmers barely beneath the surface but once ignited, you better get the fire extinguisher.

The characters are so vibrant, so emotional, they leap from the page and burrow their way into your heart. The stakes couldn’t be higher for this couple, and I kept rooting them on. I can’t decide which one I loved more, which one I connected with better, so I’m saying it’s a tie.

The writing is what makes this romance unputdownable. The descriptive narration is so detailed, you’ll drool over the food, cooking, romance, and more. The author writes with authority so I’m pretty sure she’s been in the culinary industry at some point. The writing is flawless, authentic, and full of emotion.

Twice Baked in an addictive romance and will satisfy your cravings. Read this juicy second-chance romance and see why it’s the best book I’ve read this year.

Disclaimer: I received a copy from the author in the hopes I'd review it.

My Rating: 5++ stars

Reviewed by: Mrs. N

While this book started off on the slow side, once I got a few chapters in I could not put the book down. I ended up really liking the story and the characters. It was an entertaining second-chance romance with an understandable reason as to why the couple separated in the first place and why they did not speak to each other for many years. I did feel the flashback portions were unnecessary and ended up skimming them. I did not feel like they added to the story or were needed to establish the connection that was clearly present between the two characters already. Overall this a thoroughly enjoyable read and made for a fun afternoon.

I received this book to review via NetGalley.

Thank you NetGalley for the eARC. It took me a while to finish this because of the busy holidays but i finally just sat down and finished it. So cute! I was happy for the ending

This was a cute story of second chance love. Isla and Connor reunite on a cooking show after their relationship fizzled out years earlier. Between the devastating experiences Connor faced, ghosting Isla, miscommunication of why Isla did what she did, there is plenty of drama to keep readers entertained.

I loved the banter and heat between the characters. I think their chemistry is clear throughout the book, and it is very spicy. They definitely know how to turn up the heat in that kitchen.

Connor and Isla seperated because of miscomunication and meet again. An old flame, highschool sweetheart, love still there, tension still there, with one strong bond fruit from their love.

"Connor brain knew they were long ago ended, but his body still considered her as his: a phantom lover, rather than a phantom limb.."

Connor guard up because of betrayed, he thinks Isla try to trap him. The memory from past keep apear and the spark keep flaming. The sex scene was spicy tho, especially ice pack incident.

The food on the competition was so goodd i can imagine the flavour, i hope there are recipe for that.

Thank you to NetGalley for provide this book, it is pleasure to review this book.

#TwiceBaked #KatrinaColl #EvernightPublishing #NetGalley #ARC

A spicy and quick holiday read for the win! Revolving around Pastry Chef Conner and Influencer Isla, this one picks up during a baking competition where these two are paired up as partners. You find out there's more to this partner ship than meets the eye and sparks fly. What the judges and fans don't yet know is there is a history there and even though it may sound a slight bit dramatic I could NOT put it down!

This was a fun book to read! It's a second chance romance with a reality tv/cooking contest twist.

The characters are interesting and entertaining. It is the 2nd of a series - I haven't read the first but will go back to that one and look forward to seeing if there are more in this series.

Thank you to NetGalley, the author and publisher for a digital, temporary ARC in return for my review.

Isla and Conner were their first love, But Connor left the small town for college and everything changed.
Isla is a single mum who married his best friend and now they should be cook buddies in a tv-show.
Booth good cooks but with complete different philosophies.

A very great, very emotional story with lovely characters.
But is there a second chance for first love?

Find it out and have fun reading!

3.5 stars. A second chance secret baby romance. Isla is paired with her ex high school sweetheart and unknowing father to her 4 year old son on a cooking reality show. They find despite their past hurts and betrayals they still have deep feelings for one another. I felt that Connor set their tragic past in motion by ghosting Isla and ignoring her when she needed him most. It was very steamy and while they seemed to work through their past issues pretty quickly it made me think that their stubborness is really what kept them apart. I enjoyed this- little tale.

Quick Summary: A second chance scorcher 🔥

My Review: Twice Baked by Katrina Coll was an honest to goodness fire hazard! It was a five alarm fire mixed with a sweet will they/won't they vibe.

About the Book: The unexpected reunion that Pastry Chef Conner Brennan and Food Influencer and Rustic Cook Isla Fraser had shook them both, but they soon recovered. Cooking, close quarters, and unresolved feelings, however, merely added fuel to the flame of their rekindled desire.The chemistry coming off them was enough to heat up any room they were in together, let alone a kitchen. Neither was immune to what was happening between them...on or off the set. Could they turn a hot opportunity of a lifetime into a happily ever after for three?

Honorable Mention: The ending chapters were perfect. 💗

My Final Say: Readers might need a glass of water with this one. 💦 If you love first love, second chance romances, then this might just be your cup of tea.

Rating: 4/5
Recommend: Yes
Audience: A
Status: M
Level: 🌶🌶🌶

I voluntarily read this title via NetGalley. The words I have shared are my own. Thanks to the author and to the publisher for allowing me access to the digital ARC in exchange for an honest review.

* A Goodreads review has been posted.

What a sweet 2nd chance love story. Isla and Connor are fire together and the chemistry shows on every page they're in together. I'm not typically a fan of 3rd person writing but the way it's written is easy to follow and emotion still comes through.

You never forget your first love...especially when you stare into your son's eyes every day. Connor and Isla were high school sweethearts. She was smart, privileged, and reserved. He was brash, wounded, and from the wrong side of the tracks. When life, in the form of terrible "friends", interfering parents, and crushed dreams, came between them, they were too young and too naive to make it though. Now, thrown together on a baking competition show, they have a chance to find out if what they had was real...and if they could ever be a family.

This was a really enjoyable read. Not only did I like all the details about cooking and baking, but also, Isla and Connor were very easy to care about. They'd both been dealt challenges and I came to admire their grit and resilience in facing them. The things that drove them apart seemed plausible, but still forgivable. They were able to communicate and brave enough to be vulnerable with each other. It didn't hurt that their chemistry hadn't faded--there was quite a bit of heat between them! The story didn't take exactly the expected path but still felt resolved in a satisfying way. I would definitely recommend this for a sweet and steamy read!

Many thanks to the publisher and NetGalley for the opportunity to read and review!

A cute and passionate romance filled with lots of spicy moments between the couple. I would dare everyone who loves reading a hot and sweet romance to give this book a chance. I'm sure you will love Conner and Isla. Not to forget their son Taylor is superb adorable. I was so satisfied seeing Isla wrapped in the arms of Conner. She truly deserved him.

"I SHOULD HAVE TOLD HIM I LOVE HIM" She must have done that the very first second she understood she has got feelings for him.

TROPES:-
Single Mom
Chef Hero
Always been you
High school Sweethearts
Paired in a reality show

I had a great time turning the pages of this marvelous book.

This is an amazing story that will captivate you from beginning to end. The chemistry between them is off the charts hot. Twice Baked is a second chance romance to die for.

This book was so cute!
Fast paced and easy to read
Very spicy!!
I liked the characters and how they progressed through the book.
Definitely recommend!