The Little Board Game Cafe

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Who doesn’t dream of owning their own coffee shop in a gorgeous Yorkshire village? Especially one that attracts handsome doctors and a warm community of cake-lovers! When Emily finds herself jobless, single and sofa-surfing at best friend Kate’s, taking on a failing coffee shop doesn’t seem the best step forward.

But determined not to let go of the dream she once shared with her mum, she takes a giant leap of faith and follows her heart, ending up on a most eventful journey. There are rocky roads to navigate, and difficult memories for Emily to come to terms with, but despite these poignant moments, the novel’s tone never strays far from uplifting.

Jennifer Page pitches all the drama perfectly; Emily’s will-they-won’t-they romance with board games fan, Ludek – and Kate’s mishap love life – keeping us all guessing until the very end. Scrabble and romance aside, it’s a story that celebrates relationships in all their forms, from the friends we’ve known since childhood, to the strangers who turn up when we need them the most.

The gentle connection between Emily and her dad is particularly special, the love and grief they carry between them creating something quietly beautiful on the page. The Little Board Game Café is the perfect tonic to any real-life stress or drama – paired with a large pot of tea and some freshly baked cakes, it’s guaranteed to lift any mood.

Reviewed by Lindsay Quayle
Lindsay Quayle was always that child pleading for an extra half an hour of reading time before lights out.
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About The Little Board Game Cafe

An irresistible story of love, friendship and the power of Games Night, perfect for fans of Holly Martin and Christie Barlow.

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