Okay, so I impulse-bought this apple-themed cookbook because the cover was gorgeous (seriously, that rustic apple crate photo got me). Some hits, some misses - here's the real tea:

First off, MAJOR editing fails. The Apple Crumble Muffin recipe called for 50g flour when it should be 150g. RIP my first batch - you deserved better. Always cross-check measurements online if something seems off!

BUT when the recipes work? Magic. The Chicken+Cider+Cheddar crumble (pg80) is my new comfort food obsession. That Apple+Date+Coffee loaf? *chef's kiss* Perfect with afternoon tea.

Pro tip: Pair this with that metal apple holder thingy - makes an adorable gift set for apple fanatics. My foodie aunt nearly cried when she got this combo for her birthday.

Love how the author geeks out about apple varieties - didn't know I needed an apple family history lesson but here we are. Though warning: the layout has weird empty spaces that could've fit more recipes or pics.

Final verdict? 4/5 stars - deducting one for those recipe errors that wasted my ingredients. But that cider-glazed ham recipe? Worth the price alone.