Lost Recipe for Happiness / Barbara O'Neal 447 p.

Elena Alvarez stands on the edge of her dream -- running her own kitchen in a high-class restaurant. Owner Julian Liswood comes to Aspen with a troubled daughter and a dream for a stable family. As the sole survivor of a horrific car accident, Elena knows how to meet a challenge. Passion for food leads Elena and Julian to discover a common passion for life. As she develops trust in Julian, her employees, she finds the courage to confront the pain in her past.

2010 RITA Winner for Best Novel With Strong Romantic Elements

What Happens in London / Julia Quinn 450 p.

Lady Olivia Bevelstoke spies on her new neighbor from her bedroom window after she learns that he may have killed his fiancée. The intriguing man is up to something. Who can spend all his time in a room. Sir Harry Valentine works as a translator for the War Office. She piques his interest -- who wouldn’t with a beautiful blond watching. When the Russian prince becomes interested in Lady Olivia, the War Office gives him an assignment, watch her… the spy spies on the spy! Sir Harry finds himself falling for her.

2010 RITA Winner for Best Regency

2010 Reading List (RUSA)