Think small town cozy seaside village and the main character owns a small bookstore. Doesn’t that sound great?

I really liked the premise of this book and the setting, but unfortunately I didn’t think the characters was flushed out enough. Maybe it’s because I haven’t read the other books in the series, but I was just missing something from this and I wanted more.
I liked it, but I didn’t love it.

This one is so cute and my fav because the mc is totally me, so I can totally relate with the story.
It's a sweet romance read and I adore it.

The Little Book Cafe is a delightful, cozy read. Amy’s story was such a comforting, heartwarming story. I loved being transported into Berecomb where I felt at home with these characters. Amy’s so relatable and reading her story was such a pleasure. If you are looking for a heart-warming romance filled with bookish delights, check this one out. It’s the perfect fall to winter read.

This title is number three in a trilogy about an appealing book cafe. I just wish that it was a real place. Amy is the owner of the cafe. As the novel opens it is fall and Amy is planning a number of events. At the same time, the story will be about her personal life. As this is a romance, readers can feel hopeful for her.

This is a short, sweet story. Readers of light romances may well enjoy this one.

Many thanks to NetGalley and Harper Impulse for this title. All opinions are my own.

Honestly, I can't remember anything about this book so I don't feel like I can give it a fair rating. Giving three stars for average.

Unfortunately this book was not for me, it was a bit slower than I would like and it just didn't hold my attention. I am sure other people will love it!

I wanted to read something fall inspired and this fit the bill. It was a light, quick read that didn't really stay with me, but served the purpose of a reading palette cleanser if you will. A good lighthearted easy read, but not particularly memorable.

Amy's story is perhaps my favourite of the trio! She does not have a lot of self confidence, and runs the bookshop in Berecombe. She becomes close and friendly to Patrick, an Irish writer, and she quickly realises she has feelings for him, but Patrick will never return them, or so she thinks!

I really loved this story! Seeing Amy's confidence and friendships with Emma and Tash grow made me smile, and Amy's relationship with her mother also start to repair itself, it was such a nice story to end the novel on!

Thank you to the author, publisher and NetGalley for the complimentary ebook copy. All thoughts and opinions are entirely my own.

When I requested this book I didn’t realise that I had actually requested part 3, so it wasn’t much use without the other 2. Fast forward and I have now read the full book and really enjoyed it. I’ve since read other books by Georgia and will definitely look out for more.

Sweet, East, light read. Definitely something to read when your mind needs a break. Loved the book club and the characters.

The third of three books, The Little Book Cafe—Amy’s Story, is fun, flirty, and laugh out loud funny.
Based on a fictional, small town in England, Amy is the manager of a book shop where she’s made friends with locals Tash and Emma, both of whom had their own books previously.
Amy gets a chance to meet an Irish gentleman who comes to town to get away and write his latest book, but he’s a bit too hard to ignore. Despite her best efforts, Amy can’t get the newcomer out of her head and it doesn’t help that he’s charming to boot.
This cozy romance is sweet and a lovely read with characters who are probably like a lot of people in our own lives.

*I received this ARC from the publisher and have given my unbiased review.

Initial Thoughts:
This book was a hard one for me. I had an impression in my mind... after seeing the cover and reading the synopsis. I was expecting a lighthearted trio of con-rom novellas. The darker thread running through the first story threw me off the book for a long time. Like... months. When I finally decided to give the second story a chance, I was disappointed to find a bit of an unpleasant twist to that story, as well. (Although, not nearly as disturbing as the first.) I nearly didn't attempt the third story, but am SO happy that I decided to go ahead with it. It was, by far, my favorite of the three. I would have loved it, even without comparing it to the previous stories.

What I Loved:
I did appreciate the friendships between the women. Some took longer to develop than others, but it felt natural and I could relate. (I'm sure readers of the author's previous series enjoyed getting updated on THOSE characters. I didn't realize until after I'd started that these were spinoffs.) The interactions were generally fun, and the setting was delightful. I'm a sucker for just about any storyline that involves books/bookstores/authors, etc. It was nice to see the bookstore become such a welcoming centerpiece for each story.

I also loved the leading male characters. Two were very (stereotypically, but so what) swoony and captivating, and one was more "boy next door" - steadfast and true. It was pretty clear from their first meetings who would end up together -- even when there were some obvious obstacles. Some of the obstacles were much more intense than others... but in the end, I was happy with how things worked out in each of the stories.

What I Didn't Love:
The main conflict in the first story (Tash's story) really surprised me. I almost didn't finish the story because it bothered me so much. Now, others may read it and not blink an eye. It was written well, it could absolutely have been worse, and it works out in the end. But I simply wasn't expecting it, and I nearly didn't finish the story. The second part (Emma's story) was better, but still managed to give me the heebie jeebies. Again, it was written well, it could have been worse, and I loved the ending, but it just rubbed me the wrong way. I know that in a collection of stories as tightly wound together as these are, rehashing is to be expected. I was really loving the third story (Amy's story), but always cringed when the plotlines from the previous two were brought up.

Final Thoughts:
Overall -- while I wasn't prepared for quite a few of the things I found in this series of stories, I liked the idea of them, the writing was good, and there WERE many of the elements of the lighthearted contemporary romances I was looking for. It took me months to pick the book back up after the first novella, but the second one was better, and I really loved the third. Overall, now that I'm better prepared for what I might find in the stories, I'd be interested in reading more from this author (starting with the original series that these characters came from.)

Thank you, NetGalley for the review copy of this book! I really wanted to read something fall-inspired so I found this book and thought it would be because it had a pumpkin on the cover and I felt like with the colors, it would probably be set during fall.  This story is the third in the little book cafe series; there are two others that are set in the same little village but focus on different characters.  In this installment, Amy is the owner and operator of The Little Book Cafe.  It is around fall time, and she is planning some book debuts, book club meetings, and a Halloween party but can't seem to get her life the way she wants it.  Her mother is harsh on her, especially after she has gained weight, and she is in love with an Irishman --Patrick-- who doesn't seem to be in love with her other than platonically.       

This story is one of those really cute, tightly knitted stories that are full of hope and love and makes you envy the relationships within it.  This is especially true with the relationships between women and between the villagers in total.  I always find myself envious of fictional characters in these sorts of stories, but it makes me happy to read such a light book with a happy ending. 

There isn't really much to say negatively about this story because it is so sweet and short.  I loved the plot development and how there wasn't really a major mystery to solve or a crime, but it just follows Amy and her relationships with the people around her during fall.  I liked how the characters were developed just enough, but if you were to read the others in this series you would probably know a lot about each person.  This was a point of issue with me reading this book since I didn't know the backstories of the other two main women in this book, but there is just enough in this one to clear up any confusion.  There wasn't a point where not having read the other two books negatively affected this book for me.

Overall, I really enjoyed reading such a soft and easy read.  It will give you a warm fuzzy feeling and help you appreciate those you have in your own life.  I would recommend this book if you want something very light and fall-related and/or are looking for a quick read.

Readers who loved "How to Find Love in a Book Shop," by Veronica Henry, will enjoy this read. Georgia Hill has delivered a well written, bookish romance. While I won't say the plot is dynamic, if you've gone out looking for a sweet story with a dash of female empowerment, you'll have come to the right place!

A lovely easy read full of friendship, romance and passionate aspirations.
I really liked Amy’s character, as if being left at the alter wasn’t enough to shatter your confidence and self-esteem as well as her father leaving her family for another, but with a mother like hers always belittling her by her life choices, her body image and the way she dresses, it’s amazing how she has the ability to function some days. The bookshop is her passion which comes through the pages clearly, it’s her life and she puts every part of her into it from the book groups, book signings, children’s story reading, right down to the detailed halloween decorations inside and out. It’s a wonderful aspect that truly brings light to the story.

Patrick was a lovely enigma, a writer who has reached the bestsellers list but choses to spend his time helping Amy in the bookshop. We come to realise he’s hit a block and is hunting for inspiration, he’s distracted and can’t put his pen to paper, so to speak. He’s careful about giving too much of himself away, clearly running from a haunting past and ended up in Berecombe. Getting close to Amy seems to be a problem, so when they share an almost kiss, he disappears without a word. It’s clear he’s hiding something, but can he really stay away?

The characters were great, each one being a lovely aspect to Amy’s life from Millie’s cafe next door as a perfect excuse for cake and tasty treats, Tash and Emma’s good-willed nature, even Biddy, a pensioner with a determined enthusiastic personality brought a quirky aspect to the book with her desire to publish an erotica novel. The author did a great job at setting the scene in just the right way to make you feel a part of it.
Overall it was a lovely read as a single book on it’s own, but I felt I was missing a few connections with the characters that I may have gotten from reading the first two instalments (Tash’s Story & Emma’s Story). Particularly at the beginning where I felt I was expected to know a bit more than I did about the characters.

Thanks to NetGalley, HarperImpulse and the author, Georgia Hill, for my free ARC of The Little Book Café in exchange for an honest review.

I didn't realise that this was the third part of a series I thought I was reading a stand alone book. However it did not stop me enjoying this book and I will definitely be on the lookout for the others in the series.

The main character, Amy, was a very likable young woman who runs the local bookshop. As it would be my dream job to run a shop like that, with book clubs and events, I loved reading about it.

I flew through this book. It was a fun read and perfect for curling up with a hot cup of tea.

I love finding new to me authors and Georgia Hill is going to be one I explore more.

Perfect read on a cosy night. These series of books are well written. You feel like you know the characters personally . There are lots of ups and downs in this book but that is what keeps you hooked . A definite must read

Thank you very much for allowing me the opportunity to read this book! I appreciate the kindness. <3

Author, Georgia Hill, has written another wonderful, sweet romance about life in Berecombe. Although I have not read the first two books in this series, I have read another of her fantastic books: ‘Millie Vanilla’s Cupcake Café’ so I was expecting great things from this one. The first book was ‘The Little Book Café: Tash’s Story’, followed by ‘The Little Book Café: Emma’s Story’.

This was an easy, light read so I did not feel disadvantaged in any way not having read books one and two first, though it would have been preferable to me if I had read them in their intended sequence.

Any book, either set in a bookshop or a café, will be of special interest to me, as was this one, with the added touch of a lovely book cover!

“The Little Book Café” is a feel-good story of romance, friendship and community spirit, but also angst and upset, set in Berecombe, a quaint seaside town in Devon, England. Most of the drama takes place in the bookshop/cafe where Amy, the protagonist, is the manager.

Georgia Hill has drawn some very likeable characters in this novella. Amy is very endearing, trustworthy and dependable, although a little lacking in self-esteem and I adored the touches of humour that added some interest to the story.

Georgia Hill’s writing style is really engaging and it was a good read particularly for the interplay of the different characters - the close friends, the bossy mother, the famous author and the stream of local townsfolk. With plenty of ups and downs along the way, I loved it!

Although the conclusion of the story was no great surprise, it was still a very fulfilling ending to a wonderful book that regularly had me laughing-out-loud and was, all-in-all, a very worthwhile and well-balanced read. This book was a perfect accompaniment to a large slice of chocolate cake and a cup of tea!

Thanks to NetGalley, HarperImpulse and the author, Georgia Hill, for my free ARC of The Little Book Café in exchange for an honest review.

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What a cozy read! Perfect for those chilly fall nights. If you're a reader who loves books about books and you want something you can breeze through, this is the book for you.