Emily Belden is a journalist, social media marketer, and storyteller. She is the author of the novels Hot Mess and Husband Material, and of Eightysixed: A Memoir about Unforgettable Men, Mistakes, and Meals. She lives in Chicago.
"Emily Belden serves the decadence and drama a la mode in Hot Mess. The full-bodied novel takes the resilient Allie Simon on a journey of sex, love, secrets, and the high-end culinary world. You'll savor every word of this provocative story." -Abby Stern, author of According to a Source "[F]ull of fire and fury....Belden's excellent tell-it-like-it-is read is perfect for foodies and entrepreneurs alike." -Library Journal (starred review) "Combining the wit and insight of Stephanie Danler's Sweetbitter (2016) with the drama of Jessica Tom's Food Whore (2015), Belden's first novel is a glimpse into the fast-paced fine-dining industry....Full of heart, heat, and passion, this restaurant rom-com in novel form is an exhilarating debut." -Booklist "[A]n engrossing, slow-burn read that yields a very satisfying emotional payoff.... Rich with perfect details, balanced between the various different relationships and presented in a well-crafted narrative, this novel is meant to be savored." -RT Book Reviews (Top Pick) "A fun romp through the world of food, love, and luxury." -PopSugar "[E]very bit as juicy as the dishes it describes." -Chicago Splash
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