by Ree Drummond
First published 2018
Little Ree and her best friend Hyacinth spend their afternoons in their grandmothers' kitchens, learning the secrets of baking. When they discover a pie contest at the upcoming fair, both girls know they must enter. They refuse to settle for store-bought ingredients or ordinary recipes. Instead, they decide to pick their own berries and create something special from scratch. The friends face the challenge of baking against experienced competitors while staying true to their vision of the perfect pie. Their journey tests not only their baking skills but also their friendship as they work toward the coveted blue ribbon. The story celebrates the bonds between generations and friends through the shared joy of cooking together.
Genres: family-life, contemporary, food-writing
Vibes: emotional, intimate, whimsical
Tropes: found-family, friendship
40 pages · Hardcover · HarperCollins