Coffeehouse Angel by Suzanne Selfors
Release Date: July 21, 2009
Publisher: Walker Books for Young Readers
Age Group: Young Adult
Pages: 288
From: author
Interest: plot
From the author of Saving Juliet comes a romantic comedy that is good to the last drop. When Katrina spots a homeless guy sleeping in the alley behind her grandmother’s coffee shop, she decides to leave him a cup of coffee, a bag of chocolate-covered coffee beans, and some pastries to tide him over. Little does she know that this random act of kindness is about to turn her life upside down. Because this adorable vagrant, Malcolm, is really a guardian angel on a break between missions. And he won’t leave until he can reward Katrina’s selflessness by fulfilling her deepest desire. Now if only she could decide what that might be . . .
Coffeehouse Angel is a light hearted, coffee induced, heavenly tale of love, friendship and family. Suzanne Selfors masterfully captures the essence of a small town and it’s often time quirky inhabitants. Those coffeehouse frequenters were a riot!
Something about Kartina didn’t sit well with me. For all her genuine concern, and caring personality, there was something perfectly annoying about her. The secondary characters, however, were enjoyable.
The thing that really made the book a pleasurable read for me was the overall story. It’s a great dose of realism. Trying to figure out what you’re good at, possibly good enough to do for the rest of your life, maintaining friendships, pressures of building a college applications… trying to succeed in being a “well rounded person.” Not to mention, a dreamy angel and a dose of magic.
Overall, a fun, entertaining, well written novel. Looking forward to reading more of Selfor’s novels!
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Nice review! I'm ordering this one off amazon! Happy Reading!
What a coinkidink! I have my review of this book set to go up tomorrow!
I agree very fun read
I thought it was so cuuute!
I can't wait to read this, It sounds so cute!
I might read this book, but I'm not sure.
Cool review, I haven't read this yet, but am looking forward to it!
This book looks great! I haven't read this yet though, but I wish I will soon. Nice review!
I have seen Saving Juliet around and have wanted to read it. Maybe I will put both of her books on my list. Thanks for the review!
I love Katrina, especially her confusion about Vincent. It made her appear really annoying though ^^
I loved SAVING JULIET and can't wait to read this one. After reading your review I want to read it even more.
Aw, that looks too good
Thanks for the review!
I can not wait to read this one.
Sounds great! I want to read it!
I've just received my copy in the mail today. Think I'll find it an enjoyable read too. Thanks =)
Sounds like a nice read!
I'm glad you enjoyed it: it's one of the many books on my TBR list, but one I'm the most looking forward to read!
This was terrific!
I absolutely LOVE this cover!
P.S. Am I the only one that can see a Disney channel movie out of this book?
SUCH an adorable book. I want a Scandinavian coffee house now. xD
Can't recall where, but it wasn't until the other day that I noticed the guy, Malcolm I presume, in the background. Feel silly for not noticing that.
Went back and checked my blog. Apparently I entered a contest on Bookworm Readers to win this book. I have a lot on my mind right now, so it's no wonder I forgot. Here's a link if you want a chance of winning. She's giving 2 copies away, and a little something extra. There is also a really good review with the author. Ends Fri., Aug. 21st
http://bookwormbooklovers.blogspot.com/2009/07/coffeehouse-angel-contest-vacation-time.html