Christmas at the Cupcake Café (Meet Me at The Cupcake Café, #2) by Jenny Colgan

Dec 22, 2012 chippyvale rated it 4 of 5 stars

I FINALLY got my hands on this book from the library, after weeks of agonizing because it was always checked out by other users! Having read the first in the cupcake series titled Meet Me at the Cupcake Cafe, I dived eagerly into this novel.

Spanning across 350 pages, the novel is an easy read. It immediately draws you into this story, even if you have not read the first. As another Goodreads user has mentioned, it's alright if you have not read the first because this book does not build that mu...more

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Nov 12, 2012 BestChickLit.com rated it 5 of 5 stars

Having read ‘Meet Me at The Cupcake Cafe’ a little while back and loved it, I was really excited to be given to opportunity to read and review Jenny Colgan’s new release. Her easy cheerful writing style makes for an enjoyable read that makes you feel warm, happy and fuzzy inside.

Christmas at The Cupcake Cafe did not disappoint, it is a great stand-alone novel but also the perfect sequel. Issy is such a fab, bouncy character full of warmth and Christmas cheer. Things start to turn sour when her b...more

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Oct 26, 2012 Megan Readinginthesunshine rated it 5 of 5 stars

I love Jenny Colgan’s novels, and I especially loved Meet Me At The Cupcake Cafe, which is the book before this one. But don’t panic if you haven’t read it, as Christmas At The Cupcake Cafe can be read as a standalone, and what is even better is that Jenny herself has written an authors note at the beginning which lists the important characters and sums up their current situation/what went on in the last book. So if you haven’t yet had the chance to read the first book, or like me, you are alway...more I love Jenny Colgan’s novels, and I especially loved Meet Me At The Cupcake Cafe, which is the book before this one. But don’t panic if you haven’t read it, as Christmas At The Cupcake Cafe can be read as a standalone, and what is even better is that Jenny herself has written an authors note at the beginning which lists the important characters and sums up their current situation/what went on in the last book. So if you haven’t yet had the chance to read the first book, or like me, you are always grateful of a little reminder, then have no fear because Jenny brings you right up to speed so that you start the story knowing exactly what is going on with each character. Brilliant!

I thoroughly enjoyed this one from Jenny Colgan - It is Christmassy, it is fun, it is festive, and it makes you fall in love with baking all over again. I loved that throughout the book, there are many recipes provided, such as gingerbread, mince pies, cookies and cupcakes. I’m going to be honest, I did feel very hungry throughout (it might be wise to make sure you perhaps have a chocolate bar to read this with!), and as well as looking forward to re-reading such a fabulous book, I am also very excited about trying out all of these recipes and getting stuck in with some baking!

I really liked the main characters in the book, I easily warmed to them, and I honestly can’t fault a single character – they were all very well developed throughout the story and I felt as though I knew them as well as if they were my best friends. I liked that as readers we saw things from the perspectives of each character, and I loved how no character was the same. For example, the three wonderful ladies at the Cupcake Cafe – They were all so different with their own worries and contrasting personalities, but put together in a Cafe, made the best of friends. I LOVED the character of Issy especially, she really stood out for me even more so in this book, and I very much enjoyed my time with her. Louis, Pearl’s son, was absolutely adorable and his parts always put a smile on my face.

This is one of my favourite books that I have read recently, and it has been raining here so I’ve spent my time inside curled up with Christmas At The Cupcake Cafe, and it has definitely brightened my week! It left me with a warm glowing feeling, and since reading it I have not stopped talking about it! Christmas At The Cupcake Cafe is the perfect treat for readers, it is comforting, it is exciting and it is filled with Christmassy goodness! Try it!
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Nov 26, 2012 C rated it 5 of 5 stars

I absolutely loved Jenny Colgan’s first cupcake novel ‘Meet Me at the Cupcake Café’ it was quite literally a delicious read! So when I found out that she had written a follow up novel to this, and that it was set at Christmas, I get seriously over-excited! Although you might think I am setting myself up for a serious case of anti-climax here, I was certainly not disappointed! I enjoyed this novel very much, as devoured every last crumb of it.

We return to the Cupcake Café to catch up with Issy, P...more I absolutely loved Jenny Colgan’s first cupcake novel ‘Meet Me at the Cupcake Café’ it was quite literally a delicious read! So when I found out that she had written a follow up novel to this, and that it was set at Christmas, I get seriously over-excited! Although you might think I am setting myself up for a serious case of anti-climax here, I was certainly not disappointed! I enjoyed this novel very much, as devoured every last crumb of it.

We return to the Cupcake Café to catch up with Issy, Pearl and Caroline, as well as Issy’s Boyfriend and his little brother, as well as meeting some lovely (and not so lovely) new characters. This time, the reader gets to not only experience the joy of the lovely, cosy-sounding café, but also the bright lights of Manhattan as Issy travels across the pond to visits her boyfriend whilst he is on business there. The wonderful settings are just part of the beauty of this novel. Colgan writes so that you feel the warmth as you step into the café; take in the aromas of freshly baked cupcakes and warm, milky lattes. She doesn’t scrimp on the description of Manhattan either, and you really feel like you have jetted off to The Big Apple with Issy!

The fact that this novel is set at Christmas might make the reader think that the storyline is going to be a tad predictable, there’s going to be something to threaten Christmas but that everything is going to be ok in the end, but Colgan keeps you guessing right up until the last minute. And when that last minute finally, came I didn’t want it to end. I found myself hoping that I would get to once again reunite with these diverse, loveable characters and find out what will happen next in their lives (and loves). The storyline is truly gripping and I found myself sharing the ups and downs with Issy, experiencing every emotion that she and her friends experienced over the course of the novel.

This is a truly scrummy Christmas read. If you haven’t read ‘Meet me at the Cupcake Café’ I would urge you to do so because you will love it, but you would still be able to enjoy this book on its own merit, meeting the characters for the first time in this novel will not be detrimental to the enjoyment of the story. Readers will also enjoy the recipes that Jenny has put in at the start of every chapter which add a whole-new interactive dimension to the story. This is a book which is a must for getting any fan of Chick-lit into the Christmas spirit!
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Nov 03, 2012 Jo. rated it 2 of 5 stars · review of another edition

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Dec 21, 2012 Lorenzio Phillibuster Fireworks rated it 5 of 5 stars

Christmas at the Cupcake Café was like diving into a giant cupcake complete with the most amazing frosting ever made (quite possibly from the delicious recipes included in the novel). It was fun, filled with all sorts of Christmas, and there was snow.

When I think of Christmas I think of two things. Mostly I think of Vicar of Dibley, or atleast imagine a Christmas that takes place in a little country village with snow and warm fires and drinking hot chocolate while wrapping presents or snuggling...more

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Oct 24, 2012 Rea Sinfield rated it 5 of 5 stars

My favourite book of 2011 was easily Meet me at the Cupcake Cafe by Jenny Colgan. The storyline left you all warm and fuzzy inside and the characters seemed to play on your mind for weeks after finishing the book so imagine my delight when sorting out our Christmas book when I am told Jenny Colgan is releasing a Christmas book and not just any Christmas book but back with our characters who we know and love!

Issy Randall, proud owner of The Cupcake Cafe, is in love and couldn't be happier. Her ne...more My favourite book of 2011 was easily Meet me at the Cupcake Cafe by Jenny Colgan. The storyline left you all warm and fuzzy inside and the characters seemed to play on your mind for weeks after finishing the book so imagine my delight when sorting out our Christmas book when I am told Jenny Colgan is releasing a Christmas book and not just any Christmas book but back with our characters who we know and love!

Issy Randall, proud owner of The Cupcake Cafe, is in love and couldn't be happier. Her new business is thriving and she is surrounded by close friends, even if her cupcake colleagues Pearl and Caroline don't seem quite as upbeat about the upcoming season of snow and merriment. But when her boyfriend Austin is scouted for a possible move to New York, Issy is forced to face up to the prospect of a long-distance romance. And when the Christmas rush at the cafe - with its increased demand for her delectable creations - begins to take its toll, Issy has to decide what she holds most dear. This December, Issy will have to rely on all her reserves of courage, good nature and cinnamon, to make sure everyone has a merry Christmas, one way or another . . .

This is the first sequel Jenny Colgan has released and what a hit this is going to be. Meeting back with all of our favourite characters it doesn't take long to fall into step with their lives a year on. Even if you didn't get to read the authors previous book you will still be able to read this as a standalone book as at the beginning of the book the author gives us a brief summary of the first book so don’t hesitate and pick this one up ( and the first one whilst you are at it ;-)

This book is oozing with festivity with decorations, present buying and wrapping and that lovely Christmas dinner for all to enjoy this will definitely get you in the Christmas spirit. The storyline focuses more on the characters lives and relationships now rather than the cafe but don’t threat we are still treated to many mouth watering recipes throughout the book! I loved that the book was a mystery right the way through never quite knowing how things will pan out.

I was hoping for a different ending for Pearl but that is just me being a hopeless romantic. I do wonder if this is the last we will see of these characters I personally feel as though there are still a few things not tied up so I am hoping that we may have a book 3 looming!

The cover of this book is beautiful and festive with its wintery blue colour theme which seems to be very popular this year and has an added touch of Christmas objects around the border but yet the book still has the signature Jenny Colgan look to it.

Looking for something warm and cosy to wrap up and read this Christmas then Christmas at the Cupcake Cafe is the book for you.(less)

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Jan 09, 2013 Jayne Wallace rated it 5 of 5 stars Recommends it for: Busy working mums

Recommended to Jayne by: Amazon - due to previous reads

baring in mind that I don't usually like Chick Lit in any form this book was an ideal quick read between the hussle and bustle of the Christmas season.
Completed in a few sessions, the story follows on from Jenny's previous title "Meet me at the Cupcake cafe" although I don't believe that you would have needed to read them in sequence, "Christmas" is a good enough book to stand on it's own merits.
The Cupcake cafe is successful, everyone is happy, but then an unbelievable opportunity throughs a sp...more

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Jan 07, 2013 Sarah Fredricks rated it 3 of 5 stars · review of another edition

I think I should have read the prequel to this book because I couldn't get a handle on Austin. I presume readers of that book got to know Austin well. As a new reader to cup cake cafe I missed his character description and just didn't take to him.

I have to admit I skipped past all the recipes, I just wanted to read the story. Maybe if you love baking, the recipes don't get in the way.

I liked most of the characters and loved the sound of cup cake cafe - I could have gone there and sat for a few h...more

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Dec 03, 2012 MyChickLitLife rated it 3 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Bought this one in a fit of Christmas shopping at ASDA. It was about Christmas, love and cake AND it was super cheap - a must buy!

This is a sequel to 'Meet Me At The Cupcake Cafe'. It's lovely to get back together with these familiar characters, and the Christmas recipes are amazing. The story is perhaps, a little disappointing. It doesn't really seem to go anywhere, and it keeps the love interests apart for the entire novel! I still read it in two days though.... so there's obviously a lot to l...more

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Oct 30, 2012 Abbey Liddle rated it 5 of 5 stars

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Issy Randall, proud owner of The Cupcake Cafe, is in love and couldn't be happier. Her new business is thriving and she is surrounded by close friends, even if her cupcake colleagues Pearl and Caroline don't seem quite as upbeat about the upcoming season of snow and merriment. But when her boyfriend Austin is scouted for a possible move to New York, Issy is forced to face up to the prospect of a long-distance romance. And when the Christmas rush at the cafe - with its increased demand for her de...more Issy Randall, proud owner of The Cupcake Cafe, is in love and couldn't be happier. Her new business is thriving and she is surrounded by close friends, even if her cupcake colleagues Pearl and Caroline don't seem quite as upbeat about the upcoming season of snow and merriment. But when her boyfriend Austin is scouted for a possible move to New York, Issy is forced to face up to the prospect of a long-distance romance. And when the Christmas rush at the cafe - with its increased demand for her delectable creations - begins to take its toll, Issy has to decide what she holds most dear.

This December, Issy will have to rely on all her reserves of courage, good nature and cinnamon, to make sure everyone has a merry Christmas, one way or another...

After reading Meet Me At The Cupcake Cafe we follow on in this lovely story with all the main characters in a busy cafe getting ready for Christmas... I really enjoyed this book! I got the version on my kindle but however I saw the cover in supermarkets and it is such a colourful and brightly book that sure should attract people to buy!
With this book you don't need to have read Meet Me At The Cupcake Cafe because at the beginning of the book Jenny had wrote a lovely letter to all readers and explained what happened in the last book so you could easily follow this book.

It was such an amazing read, having it set in two different places was cool, London and New York...what couldn't possible be better for Christmas time? Hehe!
I just couldn't wait to curl up and read this, I enjoyed all the recipes which were definitely making my mouth water so I shall be passing the recipes on to my sister who is wonderful at baking cakes!
I don't want to mention to much of the story line just I recommend you do purchase this book because you really won't be disappointed, It will have you laughing, crying, smiling, frowning...Probably every emotion going...But you will certainly not want to miss this book!

I've loved all of Jenny Colgan's book so far and I shall continue to read more of her books in years to come. For being the second book of Christmas themed books of this year it has definitely got me in the Christmas spirit especially with only 9 weeks to go hehe!

All people looking for gifts for Christmas..Think your partner,wife,girlfriend,best friend, sister,mum, auntie, cousin likes reading? then i would recommend you purchase this book for them, you will be a star in their eyes for life then..hehe!(less)

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Dec 08, 2012 Kate rated it 1 of 5 stars

Shelves: 2012, chick-lit, love-stories, lifes-too-short

The nicest thing I can say about this book is that is has a beautiful cover that immediately draws the attention. Unfortunately, that's about it...
Jenny Colgan is a very poor writer. The idea itself is appealing and in the hands of a competent author it could have been a cute story, perfect for this time of year. On Jenny Colgan, though, it's totally wasted.
The first part of the Cupcake Café was already quite bland. This part tops it all. Full of awful clichés, totally predictable (and I don't...more

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May 20, 2013 Mary Aris rated it 5 of 5 stars

Issy,Poud owner of the Cupcake Cafe, a quaint little cupcake shop in Stoke Newton (a district of London), couldn't be happier. Her relationship with banker entrepreneur, Austin, is blossoming; business at the cafe was booming and Christmas was around the corner.

When Austin is offered a job at a bank in New York and invites Issy and his eleven-year-old brother, Drany, to fly to New York in the hopes that Issy will fall in love with the city and consider moving to New York, the bubbles on Issy's...more

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Feb 18, 2013 Best Books To Read rated it 4 of 5 stars

Shelves: chick-lit

I hate to admit this but only picked up my very first Jenny Colgan book towards the end of last year (yes I know it's ridiculous) but that book was The Cupcake Café. I devoured it and was thrilled when I realised there was a follow up book that had just been released. I eagerly picked up this one, Christmas at The Cupcake Café, and couldn't wait to see where Issy was in her world.

For those that maybe haven't read the first one, fear not this can still be read as a stand-alone. However, it was so...more I hate to admit this but only picked up my very first Jenny Colgan book towards the end of last year (yes I know it's ridiculous) but that book was The Cupcake Café. I devoured it and was thrilled when I realised there was a follow up book that had just been released. I eagerly picked up this one, Christmas at The Cupcake Café, and couldn't wait to see where Issy was in her world.

For those that maybe haven't read the first one, fear not this can still be read as a stand-alone. However, it was so much more enjoyable being able to go back and see how all the characters were getting on. Issy took the plunge in book one and started up her very own Cupcake Café. We now go back to the café to find Issy, along with her two workers Pearl and Caroline running the café in their usual no-nonsense way. Issy is in love with her boyfriend Austin who works at a local bank, and things seem to be going smoothly for her. That is until Austin is called away on business to New York.

The distance between them is the start of things going very wrong for Issy and pretty soon it seems that nothing is the same as before and she has no control over things. The one major difference between this book and the last although I still wanted to know about Issy, I was also really keen to see more of Pearl and Caroline. Although Issy is the main character, Jenny Colgan has done a stellar job of making the reader really engage with all the characters. Austin's younger brother Darney, Issy's mother, Doti the Postman, they all caught on with me and I just wanted to keep reading about all of them.

This book didn't have nearly as much impact with me as the first (not sure why), but this certainly isn't to say I didn't enjoy it. I really enjoyed it and as usual it took me only two days to read it. The one thing I love is that these characters are memorable; I would really love to see the return of not just Issy but the other characters too. The story itself was good, but like I said just didn't have as much impact as the first. There is the addition of recipes all the way through the book which is a really nice touch, although it did make me quite hungry more often than not. Having finished it I am eagerly planning on getting stuck to other Jenny Colgan books. Another really good book! (less)

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Oct 28, 2012 Heather rated it 5 of 5 stars · review of another edition

I loved Meet me at the Cupcake Cafe and I fell in love with the characters, to meet them all again and find out what has changed, what has stayed the same and to throw in the magic of Christmas was just perfect.

I want to be friends with Issy, I want to have the Cupcake Cafe in my area, I want it to be somewhere that is part of my life!

Even if you haven't read Meet me at the Cupcake Cafe, it doesn't matter, this book will capture you and make you want to know what you've missed and what came befo...more

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Jan 04, 2013 Vivienne Serendipity Reviews rated it 4 of 5 stars

This is one of those books that makes your mouth water as you read it. If you are a real foodie and a sucker for something sweet, then you will struggle not to eat as you read this book. Your taste buds are hijacked as each chapter gives you a tried and tested recipe to try before you even take a step into the Cupcake Café where you can almost smell the intoxicating aromas of the baking ingredients used to make the Cupcake Café so special.

This book is the second book set in the Cupcake Café foll...more
This is one of those books that makes your mouth water as you read it. If you are a real foodie and a sucker for something sweet, then you will struggle not to eat as you read this book. Your taste buds are hijacked as each chapter gives you a tried and tested recipe to try before you even take a step into the Cupcake Café where you can almost smell the intoxicating aromas of the baking ingredients used to make the Cupcake Café so special.

This book is the second book set in the Cupcake Café following on from the extremely successful Meet Me At The Cupcake Café. Not once while reading it did I feel like I had missed out on not reading the first book. Right before the story begins, the author gives us a run down of what happened in the previous book, thankfully dismissing the need for a hefty amount of back story in the novel which I hate. So well done to the author for recapping the previous book separately - it was definitely something I would like to see in more series.

This book is set over the month of December and Issy has to make an important decision. The love of life, Austin has been offered a life changing job in New York and would be an utter fool to turn it down, especially as his future in the UK banking industry had begun to look dubious due to the recession. Yet Issy cannot work out what she wants to do. She loves her café like a child and the thought of giving it up, really causes her a lot of pain. You feel her grief and find yourself wanting to step in and run the café for her. Issy has to learn to trust the people around her and accept change and the story follows her journey to dealing with these things. The story is told from alternating viewpoints from all the adult characters and you get to see how each one thinks and feels about the oncoming festivities and the changes occurring around them.

The book travels between London and New York which I thoroughly loved. New York at Christmas is one of my ideal destinations and just reading about it made me want to go so much. One day I intend to experience this magical city during the season of goodwill for myself.

This book was a lovely companion to the festive season. It was romantic yet real. You get to see how tough Christmas can be for families during the recession and how people come together to make everyone enjoy Christmas. Definitely a feel good novel for the festive season
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Oct 30, 2012 Kevin I Heart.. Chick Lit rated it 5 of 5 stars

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I loved Jenny Colgan's Meet Me at the Cupcake Cafe, which is the prequel to Christmas at the Cupcake Cafe. I won it from a giveaway hosted by one of Sphere's publicity managers, and I was so glad I picked it off the catalogue! The thing is, I love baking. Yes, trying out new recipes, the lovely, delicious smell wafting in the air as the yummy cakes cook in the oven. It's heaven. Well, it's hell when you have to clean the me...more Review originally on I Heart.. Chick Lit.
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I loved Jenny Colgan's Meet Me at the Cupcake Cafe, which is the prequel to Christmas at the Cupcake Cafe. I won it from a giveaway hosted by one of Sphere's publicity managers, and I was so glad I picked it off the catalogue! The thing is, I love baking. Yes, trying out new recipes, the lovely, delicious smell wafting in the air as the yummy cakes cook in the oven. It's heaven. Well, it's hell when you have to clean the mess up, that is.

When I found out about its sequel, I knew I had to get it. But thank God for my job, I could get a review copy! Finally got around to read it, don't ask. Busy schedule, preparation for exams and shitload of assignments. Since I read Meet Me at the Cupcake Cafe in April, this year, the story was still fresh in my mind and I could easily pick up the pieces of the story in Christmas at the Cupcake Cafe. But don't panic! Christmas at the Cupcake Cafe could easily stand on its own, if you haven't read its prequel, don't worry. The only thing you're missing is Grandpa Joe and how Issy met Austin.

Christmas at the Cupcake Cafe follows up from where Meet Me at the Cupcake Cafe ended, where Issy and Austin are a couple and Issy's cafe is a successful establishment selling the loveliest, daintiest little cakes. Then Austin gets a call to leave for New York, where he is scouted by a top banking firm, and Issy and him are forced to do the long-distance relationship thing. I won't want to give away any more about the book or else Jenny's readers would kill me. That's the thing with Jenny's books, they are lovely little works of art. I admit, the covers are to die for, delightful even! The one thing I loved most about this series is, undoubtedly, Issy Randall.

I loved how Issy carried herself in the book, she's sweet, caring and thoughtful. She's sensitive and sensible. She puts others before her and secretly, I think she'll make a good mum. Master of the kitchen, baker extraordinaire and kindest soul in a home. What's not to love about her? She's a character I'd root for, not only does she bake wonderful cakes but has a big heart! The characters were lovely too, Austin, Issy's boyfriend. He's wonderful and his little brother, Darny with his motormouth, reminds me of myself! Pearl and darling little Louis return in the sequel and also Caroline. Sadly, not Gramps, I miss him though.

Christmas at the Cupcake Cafe has got to be the best Christmas book I've read so far. Don't get your hopes up, Jenny. There are still a few I haven't read but Christmas at the Cupcake Cafe is on top of the list! As if Meet Me at the Cupcake Cafe wasn't warm, fun and delightful enough, Jenny decided to add more to the mix - NEW YORK! Amazing setting, as the book was set between London and New York, at Christmas time! Isn't that the best feeling you get when you read a festive novel?

I'm glad to say Christmas at the Cupcake Cafe was a wonderful read, I loved the characters and I enjoyed the recipes in the book which I'm dying to try, if only my exam would zoom by quicker. Snap. It's next week, but the sooner it ends, the sooner I could read more chick lit and bake all I want! Warm as the brownies you bake and light and fluffy as the little angel cakes/cupcakes you love. Perfect for you if you love your book with a cup of hot chocolate and a delicious, light cake.

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Mar 25, 2013 Linda rated it 4 of 5 stars

A follow on novel from meet me at the cupcake cafe. Can be read as a stand alone novel but I wanted to read them in order. Nice easy read. Predictable I guess. I'd like there to be a third novel in this series set in New York, where this story ends. I like the recipes at the beginning if each chapter in both books too. First books I've read by this author but I shall be reading more.

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Jan 18, 2013 Zoe rated it 5 of 5 stars

Shelves: 2013

That was such a refreshing read. I read most of this this afternoon after being sent home from college early because of the snow and tucked into bed. Let's just say that I sat down around 4:30 and now it's 7:30 and I haven't moved, it's snowed a hell of a lot more and I've finished reading.
This story picks up around a year after Meet Me At The Cupcake Cafe ended. Surprisingly I remembered all the characters from the start. It's quite a typical chick lit book though, ends exactly how you expect...more

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Apr 04, 2013 Bee rated it 3 of 5 stars

Frothy, sweet - a bit full of nothingness (a cappachino book) good light reading, easy to finish but not a great deal of substance or sustinance - a feel good but not challenged book. Recipes are a plus - shall be photocopying these before returning the book to the library

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Jan 15, 2013 Victoria Leather rated it 1 of 5 stars · review of another edition

A christmas present from a friend who thought I'd enjoy the recipes at the start of most chapters. They were probably the best bit. REad this with plenty of tea and quality street chocolates over the xmas holidays but wouldn't recommend unless you are a big chick-lit reader.

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Jan 15, 2013 The Twins rated it 3 of 5 stars

Sweet book, but that's all - the first half of the book I would only give 1 star but the second half is definitely picking up and I laughed and cried with the very lovable characters. The recipes however sound very yummy and I'm definitely giving the Chocolate Cola Cupcakes with Fizzy Cola frosting a try as it sounds so very different!!

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Dec 21, 2012 Fi rated it 3 of 5 stars

Shelves: adult, fiction, fluff, own, pub-2012, read-in-2012

Sat up all night to read this after loving MMatCC, liked this one (view spoiler) so 3 stars rather than 4! Have still preordered The Loveliest Chocolate Shop In Paris though :)

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Mar 13, 2013 Katie rated it 5 of 5 stars

After reading meet me at the cupcake cafe I knew I had to have this book! And it didn't let me down one bit, loved it just as much as the first book and could easily read a part 3! Jenny colgan simply flowed with the books so much you forgot there was a break!

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Jan 16, 2013 Shaz rated it 4 of 5 stars

Shelves: on-the-bookshelf

As a big fan of the first book, I think I had the right expectations going into the sequel; I figured it wasn't going to be quite as good as the first, mainly because we already know all the characters and the story doesn't really take us anywhere dramatically new - it almost is just the first book all over again. However, that is not to say that I didn't still enjoy this and I very much did.
It is once again filled with sweetness and with the addition of Christmas festivities, it's like the ici...more

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Jan 04, 2013 Karen rated it 3 of 5 stars

I did finish the book, but found it too obvious, and lacking in a real storyline. Disappointing as I loved the first book. I will look forward to her next book, but will not be dropping all of my other books to read it as soon as it is released.

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Jun 07, 2013 Stacey Taylor rated it 4 of 5 stars

This book made you feel all warm and fuzzy inside with the talks of Christmas, delicious food and cold winter days in London (and in New York!) the storyline was a good one and I liked how there were real recipes included as well.

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Dec 16, 2012 Rachel rated it 4 of 5 stars

Lovely book, very Christmassy, light, sparkling and funny. Contains recipes for cakes/biscuits as the previous novel did. Story is not too demanding, the characters are relatable, it is humourous and perfect for this time of year :)

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Jan 04, 2013 Laurenx rated it 5 of 5 stars

Really liked this book, I love baking and the little recipes at the beginning of each chapter was really cute. Shall definitely be trying some of them. And I also enjoyed the story, which was a nice sequel to the first book.

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Jun 16, 2013 Breige rated it 3 of 5 stars

The second Jenny Colgan book involving Issy, the owner of the Cupcake Cafe in Stoke Newington, her two staff members Pearl and Caroline, her boyfriend Austin and his 12 year old brother Darny. The big problem here is that Issy loves her cafe but Austin has been offered an amazing new job in New York. Will one sacrifice their career or will their relationship be the one to end? To be honest, I didn’t like it as much as the previous Cupcake Cafe book, the book has so much anxiety in it and I don’t...more

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