A charming romantic comedy about a talented chef and the anonymous food critic who nearly destroys her restaurant?only to fall for her in real life?in this delightful enemies-to-lovers love story set in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

In downtown Milwaukee, Lou works tirelessly to build her beloved yet struggling French restaurant, Luella's, into a success. She balances the pressures of running a small business with wedding plans and a demanding fiancé…until the morning she discovers him in the buff?with an intern.

Meanwhile, witty yet gruff British transplant Al keeps himself employed?and entertained?by writing scathing restaurant reviews for the local newspaper under a pseudonym. When an anonymous tip sends him to Luella's on the worst day of Lou's life, he delivers a devastating critique: underdone fish, scorched sauce, distracted service. The fallout could close her doors for good.

When Lou and Al later meet by chance in a pub, neither realizes they're on opposite sides of a professional disaster. Sparks fly as they explore Milwaukee's hidden culinary gems, bonding over food, second chances, and undeniable chemistry. But as Lou's restaurant struggles and Al's column gains momentum, the truth looms. When their mistaken identities are finally revealed, can love survive a betrayal served cold?

Set in the quirky, vibrant heart of Wisconsin, The Coincidence of Coconut Cake is a feel-good, enemies-to-lovers romance about fresh starts, forgiveness, and the power of food to bring people together.

Amy E. Reichert, author of The Coincidence of Coconut Cake, Luck, Love & Lemon Pie, The Simplicity of Cider, and The Optimist's Guide to Letting Go, loves to write stories that end well with characters you'd invite to dinner. A wife, mom, amateur chef, Fix-It Mistress, and cider enthusiast, she earned her MA in English Literature and serves on her local library's board of directors.

You've Got Mail meets How to Eat a Cupcake in this delightful novel about a talented chef and the food critic who brings down her restaurant?whose chance meeting turns into a delectable romance of mistaken identities.

In downtown Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Lou works tirelessly to build her beloved yet struggling French restaurant, Luella's, into a success. She cheerfully balances her demanding business and even more demanding fiancé…until the morning she discovers him in the buff?with an intern.

Witty yet gruff British transplant Al is keeping himself employed and entertained by writing scathing reviews of local restaurants in the Milwaukee newspaper under a pseudonym. When an anonymous tip sends him to Luella's, little does he know he's arrived on the worst day of the chef's life. The review practically writes itself: underdone fish, scorched sauce, distracted service?he unleashes his worst.

The day that Al's mean-spirited review of Luella's runs, the two cross paths in a pub: Lou drowning her sorrows, and Al celebrating his latest publication. As they chat, Al playfully challenges Lou to show him the best of Milwaukee and she's game?but only if they never discuss work, which Al readily agrees to. As they explore the city's local delicacies and their mutual attraction, Lou's restaurant faces closure, while Al's column gains popularity. It's only a matter of time before the two fall in love…but when the truth comes out, can Lou overlook the past to chase her future?

Set in the lovely, quirky heart of Wisconsin, The Coincidence of Coconut Cake is a charming love story of misunderstandings, mistaken identity, and the power of food to bring two people together.