Amanda Elliot is the author of several young adult and middle grade books as Amanda Panitch. Sadie on a Plate is her first adult novel. She lives in New York City, where she owns way too many cookbooks for her tiny kitchen.
Sadie on a Plate is a joyful, satisfying romp. I loved it-and I'm still hungry! -KJ Dell'Antonia, New York Times bestselling author of The Chicken Sisters Sadie on a Plate reads like the ultimate cooking show comfort-watch-with the added spice of a forbidden romance. A delicious love story and heartfelt ode to Jewish cuisine. -Rachel Lynn Solomon, national bestselling author of The Ex Talk My goodness-Amanda Elliot knows how to write swoon-worthy food! Amidst all the inventive dishes and luscious food descriptions, Sadie on a Plate mixes the drama of a culinary competition, a slow-burn forbidden romance, and a salty-sweet cast of characters into the perfect bookish bite. -Amy E. Reichert, author of The Kindred Spirits Supper Club Amanda Elliot's debut Sadie on a Plate is a foodie delight. Fans of Top Chef will cheer on Sadie Rosen as she blazes through the Chef Supreme competition. The Jewish meals Sadie cooks are from the heart as is her steamy romance with chef Luke Weston. This sweet sufganiyot of a novel is deliciously delectable. -Roselle Lim, author of Vanessa Yu's Magical Paris Tea Shop Sadie on a Plate is a delectable mix of humor, reality show drama, foodie vibes, and heart-fluttering love story. Amanda Elliot has crafted an endearingly imperfect heroine whose hot mess-ness and tenacity will resonate with readers. You'll swoon, laugh, and cheer as you watch Sadie earn the happily ever after she so deserves. -Sarah Echavarre Smith, author of On Location Luke and Sadie are likable characters with magnetic, slow-building chemistry and sympathetic, realistic backstories. The fast-paced, delicious plot is as much about food as romance...Readers, especially those who enjoy shows like Top Chef, won't be able to put down this fast-paced romantic comedy. -Library Journal