Releasing July 21, 2026

“Eat the Cake is a poignant reminder that life’s unexpected detours often lead to the best destinations.” ~ Camille Pagán, bestselling author of Dog Person

“A heartrending, hopeful, and unforgettable story.” ~ Dara Levan, author of It Could Be Worse and host of Every Soul Has a Story

“An intimate look at the stages of grief and how true love is never really lost. I cried, I laughed, I had a wicked craving for Italian pastry.” ~ Lisa Roe, author of Big & Lily

“A beautiful, soul-stirring journey about love and loss and resiliency.” ~ Heidi Shertok, author of Match Me If You Can

“A beautifully told story of healing and love. I could not put it down. The ending brought me to tears. It was perfect!”~Catherine Matthews, author of Roadside Sisters

“I whipped through this book in an afternoon. It fully ensnared all my senses and emotions. It’s a heartfelt story of grief and renewal, but with touches of humor that keep it hopeful.” ~Suzy England, author of Perfect

A widow’s career is on the line, her heart is in pieces, and her only path forward is a surprise scavenger hunt planned by her late husband.

Leah Wright spends her days advising thousands of podcast listeners on how to live their best lives. But since her husband Elliot died, she has been running on autopilot—until a very public on-air meltdown forces her into a mandatory leave of absence. With her career at stake and her sponsors wavering, Leah is finally compelled to confront the silence of her empty home. Then, the impossible happens. A bouquet of flowers arrives at her door with a note from Elliot.

Hidden among his belongings, Leah discovers an itinerary for the surprise trip to Florence that he never had the chance to give her. Urged by her sister-in-law to find closure, Leah flies to Italy, only to uncover that Elliot has left her one final gift: a scavenger hunt through the winding, sun-drenched streets of the city.

As the clues become more personal, the mystery deepens. How could he have known what she would need to hear months after his death? To find the final message, Leah must stop hiding behind her podcast persona and confront the secret guilt she has been carrying—or risk remaining broken forever