Books like Pie by Sarah Weeks
When Aunt Polly Portman, the celebrated pie‑maker who once put Ipswitch, Pennsylvania, on the culinary map, dies, her devoted niece Alice is left with a family secret: a legendary, undisclosed pie‑crust recipe. With the help of her friend Charlie, Alice starts an investigation, discovering that someone will go to great lengths to find that recipe. The story blends light mystery with wholesome family dynamics, rooted in the traditions of baking. It also includes fourteen genuine pie recipes that readers can try at home, celebrating the art of pie making in a charming small‑town setting.
First publish date: 2011
Genre: Food, Sports & Hobbies/Baking
Authors: Sarah Weeks
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