Salty, Spiced and a Little Bit Nice

In this humorous and heartfelt debut by Cynthia Timoti, Ellie Pang escapes her controlling family after a viral public proposal mishap, pursuing her dream of opening a sugar-free bakery. However, she faces unexpected challenges when she discovers her new storefront is in disrepair and the only person who can help is Alec Mackenzie, her brother’s best friend and past crush. As they enter a fake relationship to assist each other, the lines between pretense and genuine feelings begin to blur, forcing Ellie to confront her past and decide what truly matters—love or family.