A review by ghostnaps
Before the Coffee Gets Cold, by Toshikazu Kawaguchi

emotional hopeful reflective medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

The first chapter can be boring as it takes a while to set the tone of the book but after that, the remaining stories tie together nicely for the overall message of positivity. While there is a primary cast, the structure of the book allows for it to feel like more of a short story collection as we focus one person’s desires for each chapter. While the characterization isn’t very strong, it’s a pleasant and easygoing read.
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