Reviewed by Emma (SCR) on
Before you start this book I recommend doing some baking (or shopping for some bakes). This book is full of sweet treats and there are 12 recipes for you to try! I am definitely going to make the Toffee Apple Crumble. I quite like the sound of the Baileys cheesecake too.
Caroline has created 4 generations of Swinton women that are strong, hard-working and easy to love. From the eldest with Granny Ruth to the youngest with little Maisy. These women are fighters.
Not only do we see the ups and downs of the Pudding Pantry we also see how tough it is to run a farm. Especially at this time of year. Rachel and Tom go through some really tough times in this book. It's something that most people wouldn't even think about let alone experience.
The Swinton girls are still struggling with the loss of Robert, Rachel's dad. Robert took his own life more than 2 years ago. Grief is a funny thing. One minute you are doing just fine and the next something sets you off. A memory, a smell and you are right back where you were when you first lost that person or animal.
This book is a deliciously festive treat. The Pudding Pantry is cosy and warm. I would love to spend a few hours there with a hot drink and a cake or two. The Swinton girls and their friends have done an excellent job.
Reading updates
- Started reading
- 27 October, 2019: Finished reading
- 27 October, 2019: Reviewed