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Secrets, Spells, and Chocolate

(Author: Marisa Churchill)

Outcast Sylvie must survive her first year at an elite magical culinary academy in this fast-paced, whimsical fantasy!

At the world’s greatest magical cooking school, risks matter just as much as whisks! Sylvie Jones has dreamed of attending her late mother’s alma mater, the Brindille School of Culinary Arts and Magic, since she was old enough to reach the stove. But her family name carries a dark stain—rumors persist that her mother cheated her way to victory at The Golden Whisk, the most prestigious culinary competition in the realm.

Determined to clear her mother’s reputation and make her own mark, Sylvie enters Brindille ready to prove her talents. However, her chance at redemption is fraught with hidden dangers and bitter rivals. With the unlikely help of her frenemy Georgia Shaw and star student Flora Jackson, Sylvie must navigate a web of deceit, solve the mystery behind the past competition, and make it to The Golden Whisk All-Stars before time runs out.

Will Sylvie redeem her family's legacy and secure her future—or will it all end in burned butter and broken dreams? Written by celebrity chef and author Marisa Churchill, this mouth-watering, magical adventure is perfect for middle-grade readers who love cozy fantasy, baking mysteries, and strong heroines.

Key Highlights:

• Delightful Magic System: Combines culinary arts, baking spells, and magical school antics.

• Written by a Master Pastry Chef: Authored by Top Chef contestant and pastry chef Marisa Churchill, bringing authentic culinary detail to life.

• High-Stakes Academy Mystery: Packed with secret recipes, hidden pasts, fast-paced competitions, and heartwarming friendships.

• Great for Young Readers (Ages 8–12): Ideal for fans of A Pinch of Magic, The Magic Bakery, and Harry Potter.