Frankie has seen her life fall apart and can watch it over
and over again since she had a massive freak out on live TV
when she discovered her husband of 18 years was cheating on
her with someone named Bamby... spelled with a "y." Left
with nothing, thanks to the pre-nup she signed to show how
much she loved the bugger, Frankie was now hibernating in
the guest room of her elderly Aunt Gail. She would still
be there if it wasn't for the noisy daughter of one of
Gail's friends. Now she is sitting in a diner trying
everything in her power not to get a job as a prep chef.
The only positive thing about this situation is the fact
that the guy interviewing her looks like he could be a
Greek god. Too bad he insists on hiring her.
BURNING DOWN THE SPOUSE is an emotional story that is
lightened by hilarious one-liners and charming situations.
For the entire novel the reader feels sympathy for what
Frankie was going through and what she had to do just to
survive the day. At the same time, it is difficult not to
laugh at the humor that is on every page. Towards the end,
the reader will wonder how the main characters were able to
find themselves is such outlandish situations that still
seem like they could happen in real life.
The shimmering jewel of this novel is the cast of supporting
characters. I loved the main characters, Frankie and Nikos
but it was Nikos' family that stole my heart. Every time
his mother graced the page, I found myself waiting to see
what wonderful things she would say next, usually in broken
English. They are the family that everyone wished they had
growing up. Especially when mama is swinging her favorite
rolling pin at the bad Mitch. If you are looking for a
novel that perfectly balances serious with comedy, BURNING
DOWN THE SPOUSE is the book for you.
If you can't take the heat, get out of the kitchen...the
latest from national bestselling author Dakota Cassidy!
After discovering that her famous chef husband was cheating,
Frankie Bennett lost her mind-on live TV. Now Frankie is
broke, unemployed, and hiding out in her aunt's retirement
village. That is, until Maxine Henderson-Barker-reformed
trophy wife and owner of Trophy Jobs Inc. employment
agency-arrives to give Frankie a much needed kick in the pants.
Soon, Frankie lands a job as a prep chef at a Greek diner in
New Jersey, home to the world's best meatloaf and an owner
who resembles an exquisitely chiseled Greek statue. Falling
into bed with Nikos isn't the best idea, but after years of
living in a man's shadow, this ex- trophy wife is ready to
get busy cooking...
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