It's been five years now, and Lucy feels she is ready to date again, marry, have a family and settle into a nice normal life. However, there are not too many prospects in Mackerly, Rhode Island. And there is one order of business she must attend to first. Jimmy's brother, Ethan, is Lucy's best friend "with privileges." If Lucy is to move on, she must terminate Ethan's "privileges."

Ethan gives Lucy her space and she muddles through several unsuccessful dates. Deciding she really misses her friend, she wants things to be like they were before with Ethan. He cautiously re-enters her life, but seeks to discover what Lucy really wants. Lucy isn't sure she even knows. Ethan asks Lucy to give the two of them a chance at a relationship. With reservations, she agrees.

Meanwhile, Lucy, who is the bread baker at the family bakery, receives an offer for her bread to be distributed by a national company. Enter Matt DeSalvo, the representative for the company and a dead-ringer for Lucy's dead husband. She can't get over the likeness and finds herself falling for Matt. Exit Ethan Mirabelli, one more time. Will Ethan be "the next best thing" or will it be Matt?

This charming story is a fun read. You'll love the antics of the Black Widows. Warning: do not read this book while you are hungry. The description of the Italian dishes and desserts will have you salivating over the pages. Enjoy!

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