In "The Heartbreak Bakery" by A.R. Capetta, we follow the journey of a young baker, employing their magical ability to infuse their creations with the emotions of those who consume them. When they discover that their baked goods can cause people to confront their heartbreaks and desires, they become a catalyst for change in their community. Amidst the trials of love and loss, the protagonist navigates their own complicated feelings and relationships. As the bakery becomes a safe haven for those struggling with their emotions, the power of love, friendship, and self-discovery intertwine in this enchanting tale. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book is aimed at children at US 9th grade+.

This book has been graded for interest at 14 years.

There are 352 pages in this book.

It is aimed at Young Adult readers. The term Young Adult (YA) is used for books which have the following characteristics: (1) aimed at ages 12-18 years, US grades 7-12, UK school years 8-15, (2) around 50-75k words long, (3) main character is aged 12-18 years, (4) topics include self-reflection, internal conflict vs external, analyzing life and its meaning, (5) point of view is often in the first person, and (6) swearing, violence, romance and sexuality are allowed.

This book was published in 2023 by Candlewick Press, U. S. .