The Pumpkin Spice Café

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“The Pumpkin Spice Café by Laurie Gilmore is a charming and cozy read perfect for autumn. Set in a quaint small town, the story follows the journey of a young woman who inherits a struggling café just as the pumpkin spice season kicks off. The novel blends romance, community spirit, and personal growth with a warm, inviting atmosphere. Gilmore’s writing captures the essence of fall with delightful descriptions of seasonal treats and the café's comforting ambiance. The characters are engaging and relatable, making it a feel-good book that’s ideal for curling up with on a crisp fall day. Overall, it’s a sweet, heartwarming story that celebrates love, friendship, and the magic of small-town life.”

— Jessica • Books by the Bay

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“Loved this story. It's just a world you want to live in, reminiscent of The Gilmore Girls in all the best ways. A thoroughly enjoyable cosy small town romance perfect for the autumn.”

— Jackie • Padstow Bookseller

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“This is the Pumpkin Spice Latte of Rom-Coms: sweet, spicy, and aggressively autumnal. Sure, it’s largely devoid of nutritional value, but that’s not why you ordered it. Laurie Gilmore combines the Gilmore Girls plus Hallmark movie vibes with pages-long spice scenes that’s BookTok catnip. (Mixed metaphors any one?) You’ll know what you are getting, just like when you order that PSL. ”

— Perin G. • Brain Lair Books

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“This is such a cute and cozy fall read! Highly recommend for anyone ready to get into the change of season! ”

— Crystal @ PPB • Paper Places Bookshop

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“I loved this cute, small-town grumpy/sunshine romance. It has all the fall vibes and the whole town rooting for Logan. A perfect read while enjoying a pumpkin-spiced latte, curled up in a favorite reading spot on a crisp fall day. ”

— Kristen • Dragon Tale Books

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“The perfect fall romance doesn’t exi… oh. ”

— Kirstin • Margins Bookstore

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“ The Pumpkin Spice Cafe has all the autumnal small town vibes of Gilmore Girls , and is sweet and spicy like your favourite fall beverage (pumpkin spice latte, of course)! This was truly the perfect book to help usher in my favourite season.”

— Laura • Fable Book Parlour

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“Fun cozy fall small town romance. ”

— Chapman • Artisans Books & Coffee

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“Looking for a cosy romance with a bit of spice? Want to feel all of the romantic feelings? This book is for you. The Pumpkin Spice Café by Laurie Gilmore is a charming romance set in the quaint town of Dream Harbour. The story follows Jeanie, the owner of the cozy The Pumpkin Spice Café, as she navigates life in a small town and crosses paths with Logan, a gruff but kind-hearted farmer. Their connection slowly blossoms, blending sweet moments with the delightful autumnal atmosphere that surrounds the café. Gilmore's vivid descriptions of the town, the café, and the cozy fall vibe create an inviting backdrop for this slow-burn love story. Perfect for readers looking for a warm, feel-good romance with seasonal charm.”

— Pae Pukapuka • Pae Pukapuka

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“The perfect sweet and cozy fall read! If you could put "snuggled into a blanket with a cup of coffee and your favorite pajamas" into a book, this is it. It was fun and hopeful and fully fall! ”

— Chelsea Semonco • Four Seasons Books