Set against the delicious backdrop of a trendy Manhattan restaurant, The Ultimate Challenge is ready to entice you with two mouthwatering offerings! In "Rising to the Challenge," single mother Trina Paxton, a New York pastry chef, is terrified her job has gone up in flames when star food critic Jonas Rice's review is horrible. He comes to apologize face-to-face. When he does, neither is ready for the powerless feelings they have around the other. With one taste, Jonas determines more than just Trina's desserts are good for him. Once the terms and conditions of a surprise inheritance are laid out, Eleanor "Elle" Bruder's compelled to face her future with Julian Rice in "The Ultimate Decision." Head twisted with the heartless memories of her ex, Elle doesn't know how to move forward with Julian. Placing life on hold, they run away from their daily grind and journey to the Emerald City for Elle to decide if she should stay or go. Take The Ultimate Challenge along with the Rice twins as careers and personal lives collide, delivering lessons they'll never forget. By the time you reach the final course, you'll be ready to marry your best friend's brother—especially if his last name is Rice. These two independent stories include best friends who have sworn off relationships. If you're looking for stories that include workplace romance, rich v. poor, insta-love, brother's best friend within the circle of friends, and feisty heroines with a side helping of family drama, grab your double serving.