A review by carmilla_roseb
Before the Coffee Gets Cold by Toshikazu Kawaguchi

emotional funny hopeful lighthearted mysterious reflective relaxing sad fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.75

it made me cry....and I didn't even cry at titanic so this book did a pretty good job. 
I found it a relaxing and atmospheric read (I fancied coffee whenever I picked it up) and thoroughly enjoyed the experience.