Mangum’s characters are heartwarming, delightful and fun with just enough conscience to make you cringe in sympathy at their troubles and distress. The pacing of the story is light and fun, easy to read (or devour) and at the end, it feels like time well spent. Even though I’m not a coffee drinker, I found myself craving the smell and flavor of a medium roast or dark roast. I longed for a girl’s night in pajamas with my best girlfriends and a movie (and did that last night actually – I credit Maya for the inspiration!) and a fun place to work like Cool Beans.It appears that this is the first of a series of books from Maya’s perspective. I cannot wait to dive into Latte Daze, the next book, and find out what trouble comes Maya’s way this time. I found this book pretty boring. I didn't connect with any of the characters and didn't like how Maya wasn't open with her roommate as soon as she realized Jen was dating Maya's ex. I found the writing hard to follow sometimes and didn't flow at other times, or some stuff seemed unrealistic. How could Maya's ex-boyfriend, whom she dated for 4 years, not recognize her only 5 years later? Or like what Bible study starts at 9:30 at night? But maybe that is just me. I did enjoy the interactions between Jack and Maya though and saw Jack's question to Maya coming. The books ends trying to draw you into the next one to find out what happens to the characters. However I am not planning on picking up book 2 because I just didn't connect with this series. I think this book is probably geared to a younger reader who would probably enjoy it.
What do You think about Cool Beans (2010)?
Great book really enjoyed and look forword to reading more books by Erynn Mangum.
—graciegirl13397
predictable plot, but that's standard for Chick-Lit. enjoyable light read.
—fayt666
A very, very good book. Had me laughing so much :)
—Gracemalfoy
I love this book so much 5 stars:)
—animallover293
