Forget the palace drama, darling. Even a future queen needs a moment of quiet indulgence. Inspired by the soft, secret moments and surprising delights of The Selection series, we've created a pasta dish thatās as romantic and unexpected as America Singer herself.
This isn't your average creamy pasta. We're infusing sweet strawberries with a hint of savory garlic, then swirling it into a luscious cream cheese sauce that clings to every delicate farfalle. A crown of rich balsamic glaze adds that touch of royal decadence we all secretly crave. Itās light enough for a whispered confession, yet satisfying enough to fuel you through the next round of eliminations.
Perfect for a quiet night in, dreaming of your own happily ever after, or sharing with your chosen one. No Prince required (but always welcome š).
Hereās a sneak peek at the magic:
Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 20 minutes
Serves: 2 (or one very hungry monarch!)
Budget Level: Under $10.00 ā because luxury doesn't have to break the royal bank!
Taste Profile: Creamy, sweet, savory, with a surprising tangy finish.
Ready to make your own Selection? Find the full "Creamy Balsamic Pasta" recipe on Split Spoonfuls! Link in bio!
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Yay thank you for adding me to the tag list š„³š„³ - and thank you for all of the fic recs!! Iām also new to the ACOTAR party lol so I love being introduced to new artists and authors! And I LOVED the selection series so Iāll be sure to check that stuff out too! ā¤ļøā¤ļø youāre the best - sending you love and positive vibes xoxo
Youāre so welcome, lovely! ā¤ļø I love giving fic/book recommendations, so Iām always here for that!
Yes!! Youāll love The Laws of Inheritance by @hushedhands then! Give her a follow too, sheās an incredible author, and has a couple other pieces of work set in the Selection Series world too, but definitely read TLOI first š„³š„³š„³
Itās 2018!!!! Last year I read 20 books, so in honor of 2017 I picked my favorite reads out of this 20 books. Hope youāll meet your next read.
1. The Problem with Forever by Jennifer L. Armentrout
Goodreads summary:Ā Growing up, Mallory Dodge learned that the best way to survive was to say nothing. And even though it's been four years since her nightmare ended, she's beginning to worry that the fear that holds her back will last a lifetime. Now, after years of homeschooling, Mallory must face a new milestoneāspending her senior year at a public high school. But she never imagined she'd run into Rider Stark, the friend and protector she hasn't seen since childhood, on her very first day.
It doesn't take long for Mallory to realize that the connection she shared with Rider never really faded. Yet soon it becomes apparent that she's not the only one grappling with lingering scars from the past. And as she watches Rider's life spiral out of control, Mallory must make a choice between staying silent and speaking outāfor the people she loves, the life she wants and the truths that need to be heard.
This book was such an emotional rollercoaster for me. It made me cry, laugh, jump. As the characters grow you grow with them. Itās so beautiful how Armentrout lets you connect with the characters so well. Their pain was my pain, and their now was my joy. This book will forever be in my heart and is just one of those books which you wouldnāt mind to reread over and over again.Ā
2.Lady Midnight by Cassandra Clare
Goodreads summary: In a kingdom by the seaā¦
In a secret world where half-angel warriors are sworn to fight demons, parabatai is a sacred word.
A parabatai is your partner in battle. A parabatai is your best friend. Parabatai can be everything to each otherābut they can never fall in love.
Emma Carstairs is a warrior, a Shadowhunter, and the best in her generation. She lives for battle. Shoulder to shoulder with her parabatai, Julian Blackthorn, she patrols the streets of Los Angeles, where vampires party on the Sunset Strip, and faeriesāthe most powerful of supernatural creaturesāteeter on the edge of open war with Shadowhunters. When the bodies of humans and faeries turn up murdered in the same way Emmaās parents were when she was a child, an uneasy alliance is formed. This is Emmaās chance for revengeāand Julianās chance to get back his brother Mark, who is being held prisoner by the faerie Courts. All Emma, Mark, and Julian have to do is solve the murders within two weeksā¦and before the murderer targets them.
Their search takes Emma from sea caves full of sorcery to a dark lottery where death is dispensed. And each clue she unravels uncovers more secrets. What has Julian been hiding from her all these years? Why does Shadowhunter Law forbid parabatai to fall in love? Who really killed her parentsāand can she bear to know the truth?
Shadowhunters!!!!!!Ā Obviously at least one of the new books couldnāt stay out of this list. I was at first worried to start a new series after finishing TMI. I was so connected to the TMI characters that it was hard to imagine they would not be the main characters anymore and that we only would know glimpses of their life. However, I couldnāt bear to not submerge myself in the shadow world any longer. Iām so happy I did. I fell in love again with all these new characters, and there was more of the old characters in this book than I had imagined. Bravo, Clare, bravo. I canāt wait to read Lord of Shadows.Ā
3. Afterworlds by Scott Westerfeld
Goodreads summary:Ā Darcy Patel is afraid to believe all the hype. But it's really happening - her teen novel is getting published. Instead of heading to college, she's living in New York City, where she's welcomed into the dazzling world of YA publishing. That means book tours, parties with her favorite authors, and finding a place to live that won't leave her penniless. It means sleepless nights rewriting her first draft and struggling to find the perfect ending... all while dealing with the intoxicating, terrifying experience of falling in love - with another writer.
Told in alternating chapters is Darcy's novel, the thrilling story of Lizzie, who wills her way into the afterworld to survive a deadly terrorist attack. With survival comes the responsibility to guide the restless spirits that walk our world, including one ghost with whom she shares a surprising personal connection. But Lizzie's not alone in her new calling - she has counsel from a fellow spirit guide, a very desirable one, who is torn between wanting Lizzie and warning her that...
I feel every aspiring writer should read this book. I loved the perspective of having the two stories in the book. Seeing Darcy doubts and struggles as a young writer, and how she grows and becomes more herself and that reflects on her writing. Then we have Lizzieās world which is full of mystery, and death. The only thing Iām crossing my finger for is a sequel.Ā
4. Happily Ever After by Kiera Cass
Summary:Ā Meet Prince Maxon before he fell in love with America and a girl named Amberly before she became queen. See the Selection through the eyes of a guard who watched his first love drift away and a girl who fell for a boy who wasnāt the prince. This gorgeous collection features four novellas from the captivating world of Kiera Cassās #1 New York Times bestselling Selection series
Itās been a while since reading a book of the Selection Series, and how I missed it. How interesting to read the background of some of the most loved characters. I just wished I could forget this series so I can read it over again and feel like it is the first time.Ā
5. Beware That Girl by Teresa Toten
Goodreads summary: This powerful psychological thriller with multiple mysteries is set against the backdrop of the megawealthy elite of New York City. Toten delves into the mesmerizing yet dysfunctional world of those who manipulate but seem ever so charming. With its gripping pace and Hitchcockian twists, Beware That Girl will keep readers guessing until the very last line.
The Haves. The Have-Nots. Kate OāBrian appears to be a Have-Not. Her whole life has been a series of setbacks sheās had to snake her way out ofāsome more sinister than others. But sheās determined to change that. Sheās book smart. Sheās street-smart. Oh, and sheās also a masterful liar.
As the scholarship student at the Waverly School in NYC, Kate has her work cut out for her: her plan is to climb the social ladder and land a spot at Yale. Sheās already found her āpeopleā among the senior class āitā girlsāspecifically in the cosseted, mega-wealthy yet deeply damaged Olivia Sumner. As for Olivia, she considers Kate the best friend sheās always needed, the sister she never had.
When the handsome and whip-smart Mark Redkin joins the Waverly administration, he immediately charms his way into the facultyās and studentsā livesābecoming especially close to Olivia, a fact sheās intent on keeping to herself. It becomes increasingly obvious that Redkin poses a threat to Kate, too, in a way she canāt revealāand canāt afford to ignore. How close can Kate and Olivia get to Mark without having to share their dark pasts?
Wow, just wow. This book is filled with surprises. In various occasions I literally jumped out of my bed from theĀ āWhat the hellā reaction. It was just wonderful, it had the right amount of plot twists. The ending was so much better, I didnāt see it coming. I literally recommend it for anyone who likes mystery, plot twists, twisted stories.Ā
6. The Princess Saves Herself In This One by Amanda Lovelace
Goodreads summary:Ā "Ah, life- the thing that happens to us while we're off somewhere else blowing on dandelions & wishing ourselves into the pages of our favorite fairy tales."
A poetry collection divided into four different parts: the princess, the damsel, the queen, & you. the princess, the damsel, & the queen piece together the life of the author in three stages, while you serves as a note to the reader & all of humankind. Explores life & all of its love, loss, grief, healing, empowerment, & inspirations.
A lot of people donāt like this type of books because they donāt consider it poetry. However, itās up to peopleās taste. I liked it, it made me cry in some of the entries, and it motivate me in others. I feel that if youāre open enough and willing to try you can give it a chance.Ā
I hope you find your next read in here. Enjoy!!!!!!!!
I love the Selection Series! Finally started book four, āThe Heirā today! The Selection Series is beautifully written. This series constantly demands your emotions in love, embarrassment, depression, frustration, fear, guilt, emptiness, and strength. One of the best series Iāve ever read!Ā
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