Before the Coffee Gets Cold

leeloo_dallas shared a tip "…good book…interesting stories…exposing our human nature of assumptions, fear of opening our hearts to others, fear of being too late but also about our devotion when we love someone…the book reminds us to be mindful and open to love…"

Jackie.Davidson shared a tip "This heart-warming story involves the question of what would you do if you could go back (or forward) in time. Each of the four time travelers’ stories are deftly interwoven and are insights into human relationships, love and loss."

molly_hans shared a tip "Just finished listening to the audiobook - very well done. You feel like you're in the cafe. And somehow it was much easier to visualize with the help of a skilled narrator than just reading it."

marygrace_ryan shared a tip "I read this in one day and since then I have been thinking about it daily. It is an intriguing bittersweet read, and had me in tears by the end. It is definitely a book that makes you think about life, and the choices you make. Read this if you get the chance!"

laine_ shared a tip "I found the aesthetic, the world building and the stories within this book to be very good. I throughly enjoyed the different perspective that is taken on the subject of time travel. It is done in such a unique way that it is the books strong point. Although I feel that the first story of the book stuffers because of all the world building the book has to create and all the characters the book throws at you but the rest of the stories thrive off of that."

tiffany_unger_3072 shared a tip "Ok ok ok, I have to be totally honest - when I finished part 1 “the lovers” I was kinda like eh this isn’t really deep enough for me, it’s kinda lacking. I told myself “you bought the book and everyone enjoys it, finish it.” SO GLAD I DID! This book was smooth like butter, everything flowed together so beautifully and it really touched my heart. I cried a bit but that’s to be expected from me. All in all it is a very sweet book. I hope that the authors next book Tales From the Cafe goes a little deeper. Excited to read it!"

kiana_s_7510 shared a tip "Sorry, but I wasn’t as engaged in the story. I’m usually a fan of time travel time stories, but I felt like it was so repetitive with the rules and what happens when they first go back in time. I don’t hate it, but just not a book I would read twice. The last story of the mother and daughter was cute though"

marinadelrey shared a tip "Such a fun read! I read it all in one night. The stories told struck a cord with me as many have to do with family. I loved how they are able to time travel and you really feel like you could walk inside a cafe and do the same."

sandhya_shah shared a tip "Beautiful and a quick read about relationships. A book about time travel that slowed down time for me. Cannot wait to read the other 2 books in this series."

john_fenlon shared a tip "Touchingly beautiful anthology where humanity is so thoroughly explored via a tight nucleus of characters in one dingy setting. What's the point in time travel if it can't change anything? Turns out there are some truly in depth answers to that question. Clang-dong!"

daisy_dagostini shared a tip "So cute and super easy read. A very feel good story line that makes you think about how your actions affect others and also what you would regret. I loved that it was not sci fi time travel just a cute way to tie it together"

melinda_schiano shared a tip "Translated from Japanese, the writing felt quite elementary and each story repeated itself in terms of re-explaining the rules of the coffee shop’s illusive ability to transport you back to a specific moment in time. However, once the stories of each time traveler evolved, I became more invested- particularly in the case of the husband/wife and mother/daughter stories. An easy read, but may take some time to get into."

privera shared a tip "Loved loved loved the book! some simple and beautifully written. It compiles five different stories. Which at some point interact between them. Definitely a must read. If you want something light and heartfelt!"

nicolemarie shared a tip "Although a bit slow occasionally, I enjoyed the read very much. Relatively short book but the stories within were intriguing & heartfelt. Very unique premise and very well executed as well. Do keep in mind that this is a translated book from Japanese to English, the writing style took a bit to get used to but was easy to flow with after a bit!"

cielo_baez shared a tip "I thought the stories and characters were wonderful. I think the overall idea and themes in the book was beautiful. My only critic is that the writing is not super strong. It can be slightly repetitive. I think this has more to do with the translation rather than the actual author’s writing style. Nonetheless, it’s a very touching book that explores relationships, grief, and the decisions people make in an exquisite way. So, I personally can overlook the writing in exchange for a heartfelt plot."

mackenzie_huffman shared a tip "Fast read with some of the best stories. Good read for those that love a straught forward story or have never read Japanese —> English translation before. 5/5⭐️"

tashthegeek shared a tip "The book was a page turner. Excellent, unique and endearing. One of favorite books , it gas been awhile since I fell in love with a story. I wish this book was a thousand pages."

bree_hatfield shared a tip "Each chapter is a different person traveling in time for a different reason. You get invested in there people and their stories. Some and sad and some and happy, but all necessary to the anthology of this cafe."

bree_hatfield shared a tip "Okay so reading these books in succession was heavy. They are full of heart and warmth. It will make you want to visit a cafe in Japan. It’s a glimpse at the culture and legends still very alive in Japan. I suggest these books for fiction lovers of all ages."

ethan_dh shared a tip "Short, engaging, and compelling. The writing style took a bit to get used to, but once used to it, I enjoyed the book quite a bit."

cassey_campbell shared a tip "I like how this book does not get to crazy into detail. The reader is given just the right amount of information needed to enjoy the story. There is no useless information, which I appreciate!"

amanda_johnston_6365 shared a tip "Very quick and easy read. Very good translation from was was originally Japanese. There isn’t one specific plot but 4 stories that intertwine in one way or another and all have nice resolutions. Cute read!"

aleutian. shared a tip "After hearing so many great things about this book, I found myself disappointed at its repetitive structure and redundant dialogue. The stories themselves are heartwarming and thought-provoking, but are poorly executed."