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As Julian lectures on technique, ingredients, and Parisian experiences, Emily struggles to regain control of her evening amid his condescending tone and expensive, experimental dishes. Set against the backdrop of the local culinary culture of Alder Creek, the story builds toward conflict, attraction, and Emily’s determination to protect what she values.","[OceanofPDF.com](OceanofPDF.com)  \nSAVING HOME  \nA SWEET, SMALL-TOWN ROMANCE  \nALDER CREEK  \nBOOK TWO  \nGINNIE CARMICHAEL  \n[OceanofPDF.com](OceanofPDF.com)  \nCopyright © 2025 by Ginnie Carmichael All rights reserved.  \nThis book is a work of fiction. The names, characters, locations or events portrayed in this book are the product of the author ’s imagination. Any similarity to persons, living or dead, establishment, events and location is coincidental and not intended by the author.  \nNo part of this book may be reproduced in any form or by any electronic or mechanical means, including information storage and retrieval systems, without written permission from the author, except for the use of brief quotations in a book review.  \n[OceanofPDF.com](OceanofPDF.com)  \nCONTENTS  \nChapter 1  \nChapter 2  \nChapter 3  \nChapter 4  \nChapter 5  \nChapter 6  \nChapter 7  \nChapter 8  \nChapter 9  \nChapter 10  \nChapter 11  \nChapter 12  \nChapter 13  \nChapter 14  \nChapter 15  \nChapter 16  \nChapter 17  \nChapter 18  \nChapter 19  \nChapter 20  \nChapter 21  \nChapter 22  \nEpilogue  \nWant more Emily & Nate?  \nAbout the Author  \nAlso by Ginnie Carmichael  \n[OceanofPDF.com](OceanofPDF.com)  \nCHAPTER ONE  \nEMILY  \nFORTY-FIVE MINUTES . That’s how long Julian had been talking about the proper way to prepare beef bourguignon. I stabbed at my overpriced salad, wondering if anyone would notice if I slipped under the table and crawled my way to freedom.  \n“The problem with American cuisine is its lack of sophistication.”Julian adjusted his empty design glasses—a fashion choice that still baffled me.“Take this establishment, for example. While [they attempt a certain](they attempt a certain... je)[... je](they attempt a certain... je)[ ](they attempt a certain... je)[ne sais quoi](ne sais quoi), their wine list is basic at best.”  \nI glanced at my watch. Again.“Fascinating.”  \n“Did you know I spent time studying in Paris?” He didn’t wait for my response.“Well, technically it was a weekend layover during my semester at the New York Culinary Institute, but the experience was transformative.”  \nI’m going to kill Melissa. I should never have trusted my happily married best friend to set me up on a blind date. He’s really nice once you get to know him, she said. Give him a chance, she said.  \nWhat she should have said was Run.  \n“Emily?” Julian leaned forward, his carefully styled hair catching the light.“You seem distracted.”  \n“Not at all.” I forced a smile. “Please, tell me more about your...” I waved my fork vaguely,“transformative experience.”  \n“Ah, yes.” Julian dabbed his lips with his napkin, though he’d barely touched his deconstructed caesar salad.“I discovered this quaint little bistro near the Champs-Élysées. The chef—Maurice, I believe—recognized my discerning palate immediately.”  \nOf course he did.  \n“We spent hours discussing the proper ratio of herbs in a traditional bouquet garni.” He swirled his wine glass with practiced precision.“Did you know most Americans completely butcher the pronunciation? It’s not‘bucket garney.’”  \nI shifted in my seat, the fancy cushion doing nothing to make this experience more comfortable. The waiter caught my eye, and I gave him a subtle head shake. At this rate, I wouldn’t survive the appetizer, let alone the main course.  \n“The thing about proper French cuisine...” Julian’s voice faded into background noise as I studied him. On paper, this could have worked. He was successful, educated, and—according to Melissa—passionate about his career. But watching him lecture me about the correct way to pronounce French words, all I saw was a man desperate to prove something.  \n“...and that’s why I simply had to redesign The Lodge’s entire menu.”He paused, probably for dramatic effect.“Though I doubt the locals truly appreciate the nuances of my vision.”  \nAnd there it was. That condescending tone that made my jaw clench.“Actually,” I set down my fork, “Alder Creek locals appreciate good  \nfood just fine. 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