I picked this book up on my way into the Curriculum lab. It was featured in the "library use only" section and turned out to be a great read. As a matter of fact, it was so good that it made its way into my text set! The story was quite unique, as were the illustrations (take a look at the cover to see for yourself!). It had a freshness about it which was appealing; it was also quirky and humorous. Mainly, I enjoyed the fact that it was "different," which is also something children appreciate.
The story sets out describing an old woman, named Cora Lee Merriweather, who ran the best bake shop around. Her desserts were the best, from her layer cakes to her "glistening" fruit tarts. Then sadly, Cora Lee dies. She didn't' have any family members resulting in her bake shop being put up for sale. Pastry chef after Pastry bought, then quickly sold the little shop. The place was haunted by none other than Miss Cora Lee herself; she was determined to keep her prideful kitchen "chef free." But then, skillful pastry chef Annie Washington came along, and she was ready to take on Cora Lee. After much conflict and an extremely messy kitchen, Annie and Cora Lee become good friends.
I thought that the ending of this book took on a truly magnificent concept. What little kid doesn't find ghosts to be fascinating? Rather than run away in fear, Annie stuck around to do everything in her power to win Cora Lee over. It definitely took a lot of effort, but it was worth it in the end. Now, Annie has a wonderful role model constantly looking after her in the kitchen. Little do the customers know that there is a pinch of Cora Lee in all of their tasty desserts.
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