
Where There's a Whisk
by Sarah J. Schmitt
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Pub Date Oct 12 2021 | Archive Date Oct 05 2021
Perseus Books, Running Press | Running Press Kids
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Description
Life is what you bake it.
Peyton Sinclaire wants nothing more than to escape her life as a diner waitress in her small, North Florida town and attend culinary school. Top Teen Chef, Food TV's new show that pairs reality TV drama with a fast-paced culinary competition, is her ticket out of her boring future. It's a once-in-a-lifetime chance to make her dreams come true and Peyton is determined to prove to herself, and the world, that where you're born does not determine where you can go. However, once on the show, Peyton quickly discovers that there is more to the competition than just a well-seasoned dish.
As things start to heat up on and off the set, Peyton will have to prove to the judges that she deserves to win while trying to untangle what is real and what is scripted drama, and decide what she is willing to risk to win before her dreams end up on the chopping block.
Available Editions
EDITION | Other Format |
ISBN | 9780762496815 |
PRICE | $17.99 (USD) |
PAGES | 400 |
Featured Reviews

I wasn’t expecting to love this book as much as I did. It was SO cute & I couldn’t put it down. I found myself rooting for all of the characters and loving the dynamics between them all, trying to figure out what was real and what was reality television acting, right along with our main character. I absolutely loved the ending and the way New York staples were woven in. I definitely recommend if you’re looking for a cute YA, that will keep your attention and get you invested in the story and the characters right from the start.

I was lucky enough to be able to read an ARC of this book, and I am not disappointed! I don't wan't tp give too much away, but it follows a group of teenagers competing for a scholarship at culinary school on 'Top Teen Chef', a reality TV show. The plot was so intriguing, and this story was filled with drama, friendship, and even a little bit of romance. I was on the edge of my seat the whole time, and I finished the book in less than a day because it was that good. This book is perfect for younger teens/tweens who are just getting started in the YA genre, but also for anyone who wants a sweet, fast-paced story.
Plot: 5/5
Characters: 4.5/5
Writing: 4.5/5

Where There's a Whisk was such a fun teen book. The book is about a teenage girl, Peyton, trying to win a scholarship to culinary school on a reality cooking show to elevate her out of her current life circumstances. The story has the perfect balance of what is going on on-camera and off-camera on the show. I also thought it included just enough information about the dishes Peyton cooks without bogging us down with every little detail of every recipe she makes. The bit of romance included was enough to be an interesting plot point without making this a teen romance novel. I thoroughly enjoyed reading this story. Overall I would not hesitate to recommend this book for middle grade to high school aged readers!

This was a really fun book! It follows a group of teenagers as they compete in a reality TV cooking show. Not only do they have the stress of having to cook their best, but the pressures put on them from the producer to act certain ways makes their life outside the kitchen complicated.
If you've ever wondered what it might be like to be on reality TV, you should check out this book. It is much more about reality TV life, living in a fancy apartment with fellow cast members, being given clothes to wear, roles to play, and constently wondering if this is their last day on the show, than it is about any specific aspects of cooking.
The show Schmitt created, Top Teen Chef, is very similar to the actual reality show, Top Chef, but it sounds like it would be an exciting show to watch and it definitely made for a fun and engrossing book!
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