A review by iliyenzio
Before the Coffee Gets Cold by Toshikazu Kawaguchi

lighthearted relaxing fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? No
  • Diverse cast of characters? N/A
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

1.75

The concept of this novel ended up being much more engaging than the novel itself. Perhaps the translation wasn't as good as it could have been? Or the writing style wasn't effective for these kinds of short stories? Either way, I felt let down by this book.