Cure for the Common Breakup

Cure for the Common Breakup

“Beth Kendrick has reminded me once again exactly why I love her books so much.
Cure for the Common Breakup
is packed with humor, wit, and a lot of heart. A charming and exceptionally entertaining story! I can't recommend this book highly enough.”

—
Jane Porter, national bestselling author of
The Good Wife

“Beth Kendrick has written a sharp, sassy, surprisingly emotional story that will make readers laugh out loud from page one and sigh from the heart at the end. Light and lovely perfection!”

—
Roxanne St. Claire,
New York Times
bestselling author of the Barefoot Bay series

“Utterly delightful! Summer Benson will charm and disarm her way into the hearts of readers as easily as she does the residents of Black Dog Bay.”

—
Meg Donohue,
USA Today
bestselling author of
All the Summer Girls

The Week Before the Wedding

“Kendrick proves she is the leader of the pack when it comes to fashioning cheekily clever love stories, and her latest will delight readers with its delectably acerbic wit and charmingly complex characters.”

—
Booklist
(starred review)

“In an engaging story about matters of the heart, Kendrick perfectly captures the struggle between who we really are and who we want to be. With its endearing characters and page-turning plot, this novel balances humor and emotion in a way that begs it to be read in one sitting.”

—
RT Book Reviews
(4
¹
/
₂
stars)

“A delightful romp with depth.”

—Heroes and Heartbreakers

The Lucky Dog Matchmaking Service

“Graced with a stellar cast of captivating characters (including an adorable pack of scene-stealing canines) and written with both sharp wit and genuine wisdom, Kendrick's latest effervescent novel is a hopelessly, hopefully romantic treat.”

—
Booklist
(starred review)

“If the title does not grab your attention, Kendrick's writing will . . . an engaging, thoroughly enjoyable tale of finding soul mates of the four-legged and two-legged varieties. . . . When you put this book down, you will have a smile on your face and warmth in your heart.”

—
RT Book Reviews
(4
¹
/
₂
stars)

“A charming tale about finding the perfect match . . . [a] heartwarming tale featuring a lot of laughs, love, and irresistible dogs.”

—SheKnows Book Lounge

“A really funny and fun book. Perfect for your summer reading.”

—Dolce Dolce

“Kendrick not only shines in portraying the subtleties of female friendships, but also at rendering the unbreakable bond between man (or woman) and dog. . . . Kendrick has a . . . talent for matchmaking: pairing her winsome heroine and her delightful group of canines in the service of a tale of nurturing one's true calling and rekindling relationships.”

—
Publishers Weekly

“If you like dog stories, romance, a little kick to the characters, and a story with a happy ending, try this book. . . . A funny, pleasant story . . . [it] makes one want to go and seek out other Beth Kendrick books.”

—
Deseret News
(Salt Lake City, UT)

The Bake-Off

“With her usual literary flair, Kendrick delivers a scrumptious literary confection expertly spiced with humor and seasoned with just the right dash of romance.”

—
Chicago Tribune

“A warm, winning story about the complications of sisterhood—and the unexpected rewards.”

—Sarah Pekkanen, author of
Skipping a Beat

“A sweet, fun, and entertaining look at family, love, and the perfect pastry. . . . Fans of women's fiction, foodie fiction, and novels about sisters will delight in Kendrick's descriptions, vivid characters, and fast-paced, hilarious dialogue. A book that often had me laughing aloud—and wiping away a tear at points. Recommended.”

—Write Meg!

“I absolutely loved this book. It is laugh-out-loud funny and you can't help but love both sisters. Don't be surprised if you want to try out the yummy-sounding recipes the author includes.”

—Chicklit Club

“This story is sweet like a great dessert—just the right amount of sugar and spice. It's a story that celebrates both sisters and the therapeutic benefits of baking. . . . [Amy and Linnie's] adventures in baking will make you laugh and warm your heart.”

—
News and Sentinel
(Parkersburg, WV)

“Wonderful! Kendrick manages to cook up a tender, touching, and very funny story about the complicated relationship of two sisters torn apart by their own stubbornness and brought back together by love and pastry. With a fresh plot and richly layered characters,
The Bake-Off
is a winner.”

—Ellen Meister, author of
The Other Life

Second Time Around

“Kendrick deftly blends exceptionally clever writing, subtly nuanced characters, and a generous dash of romance into a flawlessly written story about the importance of female friendships and second chances.”

—
Chicago Tribune

“A touching and humorous look at love, loss, and literature.”

—
Booklist

“Extremely engaging. . . . [Kendrick's] characters were easy to fall in love with.”

—Night Owl Reviews

“Kendrick is an undeniably practiced hand at depicting female bonds.”

—Publishers Weekly

“A funny, charming story about the power of female friendship, and a must read for all English majors, past and present.”

—Kim Gruenenfelder, author of
Wedding Fever

The Pre-nup

“In the exceptionally entertaining and wonderfully original
The Pre-nup
, Kendrick writes with a wicked sense of humor and great wisdom about the power of friendship, the importance of true love, and the very real satisfaction of romantic revenge done right.”

—
Chicago Tribune

“The three female leads all captivate.”

—
Romantic Times

“[A] highly entertaining story.”

—Fresh Fiction

“Clever, wise, and wonderful,
The Pre-nup
is Beth Kendrick at her best.”

—Jane Porter

“Witty, juicy, and lots of fun! Say ‘I do' to
The Pre-nup
.”

—Susan Mallery,
New York Times
bestselling author of
Only His

“A smart, funny spin on happily-ever-after!”

—Beth Harbison,
New York Times
bestselling author of
Always Something There to Remind Me

The Week Before the Wedding

The Lucky Dog Matchmaking Service

The Bake-Off

Second Time Around

The Pre-nup

Nearlyweds

Fashionably Late

Exes and Ohs

My Favorite Mistake

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LIBRARY OF CONGRESS CATALOGING-IN-PUBLICATION DATA:

Kendrick, Beth.

Cure for the common breakup/Beth Kendrick.

p. cm.

ISBN 978-1-101-63597-1

1. Single women—Fiction. 2. Man-woman relationships—Fiction.

I. Title.

PS3611.E535C86 2014

813'.6—dc23 2013049130

PUBLISHER'S NOTE

This is a work of fiction. Names, characters, places, and incidents either are the product of the author's imagination or are used fictitiously, and any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, business establishments, events, or locales is entirely coincidental.

The recipes contained in this book are to be followed exactly as written. The publisher is not responsible for your specific health or allergy needs that may require medical supervision. The publisher is not responsible for any adverse reactions to the recipes contained in this book.

for Chandra Years, a true friend