Missed Connections

‘Fans of THE MIDNIGHT LIBRARY will devour this delicious story of a woman who gets a magical opportunity to re-do pivotal life choices. With the fascinating backdrop of culinary culture from New Orleans to Copenhagen to Paris, this whimsical tale is full of hard-won insights about work, love, passion, and family. I was utterly entranced by the mystical airport from which our heroine boards flights to key moments of her past–gaining wisdom, standing up for herself, and, ultimately, creating a fulfilling pathway ahead. You’ll be wishing for your own enchanted airplane flight … Enjoy the ride!’ * Laura Resau, author of THE ALCHEMY OF FLOWERS and THE RIVER MUSE *‘A feast of culinary delights, a fairy godmother, and a chance to rewrite the past? Yes, please. Textured with regret, soul-searching, and second chances, Missed Connections is thoughtful, heartfelt, and magical. Truly a novel you’ll want to savor.’ * Heather Webber, USA TODAY bestselling author of Midnight at the Blackbird Café *‘A poignant story about timing, fate, and emotional risk. Runyan captures longing with grace and restraint. Romantic without being sentimental. A quietly beautiful read.’ * Laura F., bookseller on Netgalley *‘Aimie Runyan has written the perfect book for foodie readers, romantics, and anyone who has ever dreamed of a do-over. Sabrina Sorenson has plotted a meticulous career in the restaurant industry, honing her palette in hopes of becoming a Michelin inspector–but a holiday dig from her critical mother has her wondering if she’s chasing the wrong goals. When a mysterious airport ticket inspector gives her the opportunity to revisit past crossroads in her life–failed relationships, jobs not chosen, ladders unclimbed–Sabrina has the chance to discover what she truly wants. I finished Missed Connections with a big smile and an even bigger craving for a craft cocktail, a perfectly plated strawberry marzipan tart, and a plane ticket to Europe.’ * Kate Quinn, New York Times bestselling author of The Astral Library *‘Delicious, page-turning, and ultimately relatable. Book clubs will devour this story of love, life, and lost (and found?) connections.’ * Sarah Jio, New York Times bestselling author of Insignificant Others *‘In Missed Connections Aimie K. Runyan enchants the reader from the first word, striking the perfect blend of whimsical magic with the emotional depth of a story about a woman journeying back in time to relive her life’s most pivotal moments. Journeying through the culinary world of Michelin restaurants, readers will practically taste the dishes, feel the heartache, and find themselves pondering the timeless question: What if I had the chance to redo life’s big moments? It was a book I wished would never end.’ * Grace Helena Walz, author of Good Hair Days *‘What if you could revisit the moments that mattered most? Missed Connections answers that question in a beautifully written, fast-paced novel filled with mouthwatering food, emotional depth, and just the right touch of magic. Aimie K. Runyan explores ambition, love, and second chances with heart and honesty. With a determined heroine you’ll root for, this is a novel you’ll savor long after the last page. It’s my favorite book of Runyan’s yet.’ * Eliza Knight, USA TODAY bestselling author of Lost in the Summer of ’69 *‘What would you change about your life? This book offers you a look into what might have been. The incredible characters and chance to look at your own life in retrospect will hopefully let you see what you have now and accept or cherish it.’ * Theresa Hess, bookseller at Macdonald Book Shop in Estes Park *‘With its razor-sharp understanding of high-end restaurant culture and its moving exploration of life’s turning points, Missed Connections will resonate with fans of The Bear and readers drawn to the emotional what-ifs of The Midnight Library. A compelling meditation on ambition, regret, and belonging. Don’t miss this excellent book!’ * Barbara O’Neal, bestselling author of The Last Letter of Rachel Ellsworth *

Aimie K. Runyan is a multi-published and bestselling author of historical and contemporary fiction. She has been nominated for a Rocky Mountain Fiction Writers Writer of the Year Award, a Historical Novel Society’s Editor’s Choice selection, and a four-time finalist for the Colorado Book Awards.

She is an adjunct instructor for the Drexel University MFA in Creative Writing program and endeavors to be active in the literary community in Colorado and beyond. She lives in the Rocky Mountains with her wonderful husband, two (usually) adorable children, two (always) adorable cats, and a dragon.