‘An appealing opposites attract novel with plenty of zest, fun and charming pets. Intelligent and lively written, this is an enjoyable slice of romantic escapism.’
Canberra Weekly Magazine
In the follow-up to Sit, Stay, Love – Opposites attract in this laugh-out-loud rom-com about a heart-throb actor, the grumpy woman who minds his dog, and the cat that steals his heart.
Ethan James has a problem: he’s about to start shooting a movie and he needs someone to mind his anxious dog, Harry. This film could make or break Ethan’s career, and he knows he has to give it all his attention, but Harry’s new minder turns out to be more of a hindrance than a help. She’s gorgeous and funny, and throws so much shade in his direction that Ethan can’t think straight.
Hazel Conor has a problem: she’s just lost her job as a sous chef at the fancy beachside restaurant she uphauled her life for. And if she doesn’t get another job soon, she won’t be able to afford food – or worse, cat food, and then her grouchy cat Kevin will finally murder her in her sleep. So when she sees an ad for an easy dog minder job, she goes for it.
Hazel finds everything about Ethan annoying; he’s flashy, flirty, and a total charmer. She probably wouldn’t look at him twice if it wasn’t for her cat. Because Kevin, the cat who hates everyone, is totally smitten with Ethan James. And with each purr, cheek rub and head bump that Kevin bestows on Ethan, Hazel begins to wonder if there’s something her cat can see that she can’t.
Sit, Stay, Love #2
Raves and Reviews
‘Love from Scratch is catnip for grumpy–sunshine fans! Amy Hutton has written a heartwarming and sizzling romance about an irresistible heartthrob, a cantankerous chef, and their loveable four-legged friends who help them discover that opposites really do attract. Flirtatious, funny, and full of flavour, Love from Scratch has all the ingredients of a perfect romcom.’
Natalie Murray, author of Love, Just In
‘This is a sensational sophomore offering from Amy Hutton: an utter delight of a rom-com where Ethan and Hazel face all their fears, feel all their feels, and – of course – are accompanied by all their furry friends.’
Jodi McAlister, author of Not Here to Make Friends
‘This Australia-based narrative solidifies Hutton’s place as a go-to comfort-read romance writer, as she captures something for everyone: classic tropes, including opposites attracting, and swoon-worthy characters … Love from Scratch is an easy and delightful romance that you’ll devour in one sitting, perfect for readers who enjoyed Sit, Stay, Love, as well as fans of Beth O’Leary and Tessa Bailey.’
Books+Publishing
‘A star is born. But it’s not Hollywood heartthrob Ethan James — it’s Kevin the cantankerous cat. Amy Hutton is staking her claim as the queen of pet-forward romance and in her second novel Love From Scratch, charming animal sidekicks are the irresistible complement to a perfectly-spiced love story.’
Clare Fletcher, author of Love Match
‘Came for the cute pets, stayed for the dreamy romance. Ethan is charming, sexy and vulnerable in this satisfying rom-com that will leave you craving a bowl of pasta and a date with a movie star.’
Melanie Saward, author of Love Unleashed
‘An absolutely delightful novel about a heart-throb movie-star and the grumpy, hard to impress woman who agrees to look after his beloved dog, and the cantankerous cat who steals his heart. Two people most unlikely to fall in love, but against all odds, do. A five-star read from one of Australia’s rising rom-com novel stars.’
Claudine Tinellis, Host of Talking Aussie Books