In times like these, we all need a happy ending and a story that makes us see that better times are ahead and Vicky Zimmerman provides that with happiness to spare. A tale that will bring a little sunshine into your life in these strange times * 17 Degrees Magazine *
Beautifully written, full of insight and food. This is one of those I carried round the house wanting to read it every spare second * Katie Fforde *
Wise, warm, witty and mouth-watering - this wonderful book has it all . . . Hungry for a love story with added bite? With deliciously real characters, a sprinkling of humour, a pinch of pathos and huge helping of wisdom, this book has all the ingredients to become this summer's must-read * Isabelle Broom, Author and books editor for Woman & Home *
If you're at a stage in your life when you're querying your relationship or career then this is the book for you. A fabulous read about finding your way; about friendships and letting go. I adored it. * Nina Pottell, Prima Magazine books editor *
A wonderfully wise, warm and witty read. * Woman & Home magazine *
Clever, romantic and truly uplifting ... absolutely irresistible. * Sunday People *
Touching and hilarious ... the perfect read for food enthusiasts ... Charming and lyrically written, each character, recipe and emotion flows seamlessly into one empowering story. It's a delight. * Woman's Weekly *
Written with a real sense of the whirring stream of consciousness of a woman whose life is no longer her own, the style of this book is so easy to get into and impossible to leave. * Magic Radio Book Club *
UpLit novel to light up your life * RED magazine online *
A mouth-watering treat of a book that celebrates food and female friendship . . . An irresistible novel! * Kate Harrison, author of The Secret Shopper's Revenge *
This scrumptious read could leave you salivating for more. * The Sunday Post *
A deliciously authentic book, beautifully written, poignant but ultimately inspiring. Highly recommended! * Hot Brands, Cool Places *
Heart-warmer * BEST magazine *
A great read * Tom Doorley, Food writer & Ireland's longest-serving restaurant critic *
Well written, readable - like a delicious petit four, The Dish leaves you wanting more * Heat (on Vicky Zimmerman's previous work as Stella Newman) *
I absolutely loved it * Katie Fforde (on Vicky Zimmerman's previous work as Stella Newman) *
Achingly funny, searingly honest, Pear Shaped is quite simply the freshest thing I've ever read . . . * Claudia Carroll (on Vicky Zimmerman's previous work as Stella Newman) *
It reminded me of a lemon meringue pie: sharp and sweet and satisfying all at once. It's funny, sad and uplifting... It's a belter * Kate Long, bestselling author of The Bad Mother's Handbook (on Vicky Zimmerman's previous work as Stella Newman) *
Combines our two dearest loves: food and romance * Cosmopolitan (on Vicky Zimmerman's previous work as Stella Newman) *
With really likeable characters, a witty turn of phrase, moments of real poignancy and, of course, mouthwatering details of food, it's rather delicious * Sunday Mirror (on Vicky Zimmerman's previous work as Stella Newman) *
Hugely entertaining * Lady (on Vicky Zimmerman's previous work as Stella Newman) *
Must Have... The Dish will make you hungry for more * Sunday Express S magazine (on Vicky Zimmerman's previous work as Stella Newman) *
Deliciously good stuff! * Sun on Sunday Fabulous magazine (on Vicky Zimmerman's previous work as Stella Newman) *
The story is dotted with genuine warmth and humour.... It's a truly satisfying read * Love it! Magazine (on Vicky Zimmerman's previous work as Stella Newman) *
This book will leave you happy and hungry in equal doses! * Take a Break (on Vicky Zimmerman's previous work as Stella Newman) *
A brutally honest tale of life and love (or the lack of it) and an exploration of the heroine's tremendous affection for food . . . Sharp and funny it's a celebration of why life is more than just falling in love * WOMAN magazine (on Vicky Zimmerman's previous work as Stella Newman) *
A perfect slice of feel-good chick lit . . . mouthwatering fun you'll want to devour immediately * FABULOUS magazine (on Vicky Zimmerman's previous work as Stella Newman) *
Funny, feisty and fresh * Manchester Evening News (on Vicky Zimmerman's previous work as Stella Newman) *
If you are a girl with a passion for food, this modern city heartbreak is the book for you * Heat (on Vicky Zimmerman's previous work as Stella Newman) *
Her writing is witty and snappy and she is hilarious * Wendy Holden (on Vicky Zimmerman's previous work as Stella Newman) *
A delicious read to enjoy with a glass of wine * Novelicious.com (on Vicky Zimmerman's previous work as Stella Newman) *
Witty and engaging . . . A funny and honest story * ChickLitClub.com (on Vicky Zimmerman's previous work as Stella Newman) *
A funny page-turner * Bella (on Vicky Zimmerman's previous work as Stella Newman) *
