"Food historian Pagrach-Chandra (Warm Bread and Honey Cake) developed an enthusiasm for sweets that hasn't waned. Here she explores the history of sugary treats like toffee, truffles, marshmallows, marzipan, and fudge. She shares unique multiethnic confections (e.g., Simple Semolina Halva, Gulab Jamun, Turkish Delight) as well as numerous cookies, tartlets, and small cakes that make great edible gifts or teatime snacks. Readers will need a candy thermometer, but few specialty molds or ingredients. VERDICT This book offers great variety for the novice confectioner" — Library Journal