Intriguing premise that fell short of its potential. The main character wasn't particularly likeable and my suspension of disbelief was battered into submission by her naivety, dubious sense of propriety, questionable decisions, wishy-washy morality and profound lack of self awareness that she was basically one step up from a junkie. Found the relationship with her dead best friend's husband more than a little icky. There seemed to be little resolution to any of the plot points at the end, just a surprise party and a happy ending that came out of nowhere.

Recently arrived in London and looking for a fresh start, Fran finds a new lover and a part-time job in a local boutique, Frocks and Chocs. Little does she imagine that this move will draw her into Junoco, a groundbreaking and risky enterprise involving curious wild birds, dark chocolates in blue and gold wrappers and a secret formula that provokes interest among shady commercial competitors.