The Gelato Pact

Callie Frank's small-town ice cream shop was never part of her long-term plans, but life has a way of melting expectations. When her shop's survival depends on winning a national gelato competition, she's forced to dream up two original flavors, two signature waffles, and a miracle—while the entire town watches. Stubborn, stressed, and certain she's out of her depth, Callie finds unexpected support from her best friend, Marcie Blake Lakefield, whose enthusiasm turns chaos into laughter. Together, they transform the tiny shop into a whirlwind of experiments, burnt batter, and sticky disasters. Then there's Evan Carter—charming, annoying, and endlessly patient. What starts as friendly help turns into something deeper as they mix more than gelato recipes. With the national competition and a dream vacation on the line, they'll need more than perfect flavors to succeed. They'll need courage, trust, and a willingness to take one sweet chance on love. Sweet, funny, and full of heart, The Gelato Pact is a clean, closed-door romantic comedy about friendship, second chances, and finding joy in unexpected places. Fans of small-town charm, witty banter, and uplifting love stories will find plenty to savor—two hearts, two flavors, and one unforgettable pact.