THE PUMPKIN SPICE CAFE

The Pumpkin Spice Café by Laurie Gilmore is a cozy, feel-good romance novel perfect for fall. The story centers around Jeanie, a woman who takes a break from her fast-paced life in the city to visit a small, picturesque town called Hummingbird Lane. When her aunt unexpectedly asks her to take over the beloved local coffee shop, The Pumpkin Spice Café, Jeanie accepts, even though she’s unsure about running a business.

As Jeanie settles into life in Hummingbird Lane, she finds comfort in the slower pace of small-town living and in the warm, cozy atmosphere of the café, especially during the autumn season when pumpkin spice flavors fill the air. Things get more interesting when she meets Logan, a gruff but attractive local handyman. Though their first interactions are awkward and filled with tension, sparks soon fly, and their relationship evolves into a charming slow-burn romance.

The novel beautifully captures the essence of fall, with descriptions of cozy coffee shop vibes, community spirit, and the changing seasons. Jeanie not only discovers a new sense of purpose through the café but also navigates her feelings for Logan as she begins to question whether her old life in the city was ever truly fulfilling.

The Pumpkin Spice Café is about second chances, finding love in unexpected places, and embracing the warmth and charm of small-town living. It’s a sweet, comforting story perfect for fans of seasonal romances and lighthearted, feel-good reads.