A dollop of royal obscurity.
A serving of baking competition.
And a sprinkle of love to sweeten the batch.
Lady Elinor de Montmorel has never objected to marriage in theory — only in practice. After all, being tall, overlooked, and perpetually compared to more “suitable” noblewomen has made her cautious of suitors and weary of her mother’s relentless matchmaking. When one final attempt at securing her future is proposed, Elinor agrees — fully expecting another tedious courtship, and not a prince… or flour-dusted intrigue in the palace kitchens.
Pierre Deux, seventh son of King Etienne and proof that originality was not his family’s strong suit, has spent most of his life unnoticed. But when a royal baking competition is announced in honor of his namesake elder brother, Pierre, Pierre Deux sees his chance to rise. Armed with years of hard-won kitchen experience and a determination no one expects from him, he is ready to prove that he is more than an afterthought.
What neither of them anticipates is sharing baking supplies — or discovering a tiny abandoned duckling, followed swiftly by a very real plot to murder the crown prince. As secrets spill faster than sugar on marble floors, Elinor and Pierre must decide whether they will keep shrinking themselves to fit expectations… or risk everything on a recipe of their own making.
In a palace where appearances matter more than substance, will love rise to the occasion — or collapse like a cracked pavlova?
A Dash of Ducks and Danger, a retelling of The Ugly Duckling, is a standalone novella, complete with tropes such as “he falls first,” “reverse grumpy/sunshine,” and “only one oven.” It is part of The Enchanting Confections series, a collection of clean and cozy stories guaranteed to delight your sweet tooth.
The series
There is something comforting about a small-town bakery, the scent of fresh pastries drifting through the air, familiar faces gathering each morning, and recipes passed down through generations. Enchanting Confections takes that warmth and adds a touch of magic, creating a cozy fantasy mystery series where every treat may hold a secret and every day brings the possibility of the unexpected.
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Set in a charming community where the supernatural exists just beneath the surface of everyday life, the series follows a baker whose talents extend beyond flour, sugar, and frosting. What begins as the simple task of running a confectionery soon becomes intertwined with magical mishaps, puzzling mysteries, and the unique challenges that arise when spells and sweets share the same kitchen.
The appeal of the series lies in its inviting atmosphere. Rather than relying on world-ending stakes, the stories focus on personal connections, local intrigue, and the small moments that make a community feel alive. Customers arrive carrying more than orders, they bring secrets, problems, and sometimes clues that lead to mysteries waiting to be unraveled. Along the way, friendships deepen, relationships evolve, and the bakery becomes a gathering place where magic and everyday life blend seamlessly.
The magical elements are woven naturally into the setting, adding wonder without overshadowing the human heart of the story. Enchanted recipes, supernatural neighbors, and unexpected discoveries create a sense of delight that complements the mystery-driven plots. Each installment offers a balance of cozy fantasy, light suspense, and character growth, making the world feel both comforting and full of possibility.
Readers who enjoy paranormal cozy mysteries, magical baking, witchy small-town settings, and character-driven storytelling will find themselves right at home. The series captures the charm of a close-knit community while delivering enough mystery and magical intrigue to keep readers turning pages long after the last pastry has cooled.
Enchanting Confections is a celebration of found family, second chances, and the quiet magic hidden within ordinary lives. Sweet, whimsical, and gently suspenseful, it invites readers into a world where a bakery can become the center of adventure and where every recipe may contain more than its ingredients reveal.
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