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A Taste of Java
Like the sweet, aromatic flavor that exudes from coffee houses and pleases the sense of smell, the medley of characters who visit A Taste of Java coffee shop will definitely stimulate the soul. A Taste of Java brings a quirky love story, and features an amusing cast of personalities. This rib-tickling novel mixes in a tablespoon of love, two cups of comedy, and a triple shot of drama, sure to keep you laughing as you turn each page.
INGA TYLER and NATHANIEL GATES, two attractive Chicagoans in their thirties are best friends and co-workers, who ponder crossing the skeletal line where physical attraction resides. Far from being a man stealer and reluctant to jeopardize her solid friendship with Nathaniel, Inga suppresses her true feelings because of his recent engagement to longtime girlfriend, ROCHELLE PARSONS. At the same time, Inga struggles with the snare of temptation whenever Nathaniel is in her presence, concluding who else would be better to love than the person she knows everything about. From flirtatious conversations, stolen pecks on the lips, and Nathaniel’s constant companionship, Inga feels her resolve weakening by the second.
Along comes CHARLES SMITH-MCALISTER, a handsome, hardworking gentleman, interesting enough to relieve Inga’s recurring thoughts of dating her best friend. Soon, Inga and Charles ease into a budding relationship, but Nathaniel seems to slide into their groove at every opportunity. During a lunch date, in which an eager Charles introduces his family members to Inga for the first time, she excuses herself after spotting Nathaniel with another woman who isn’t his fiancée. The two friends head down to the lobby while Inga tries playing relationship counselor, leaving Charles alone with his family for well over a half hour. Although Inga apologizes profusely for the lengthy absence, Charles finally has had enough and abruptly ends their courtship without further explanation. A couple of days later, he begins dating the girl who serves Inga her cup of Chai tea each morning.
Stunned, heartbroken, and jealous of Charles’s quick entry into a new relationship, Inga gets just the nudge she needs to completely open her heart to Nathaniel. Once the best friends admit their attraction to one another and agree to engage in a relationship, Nathaniel dumps his fiancée to exclusively date Inga, the woman of his dreams. Certain nothing else will block their path to happily ever after, a startling revelation threatens to destroy their fervent union.
Bowled over with surprise at hearing the distressing news, Inga fears the worst as reality sets in: The point of no return has been surpassed. If her relationship with Nathaniel should fail, not only will she lose the love of her life, but also a treasured, and irreplaceable best friend. Determined to fight for the love she feels she so justly deserves, she attempts to set all worries aside, but her angst multiplies. Call it ethereal or women’s intuition, but over a short period of time, Nathaniel seems to suddenly pull further and further away from their bond. Inga acknowledges every ounce of regret in her gut—she and Nathaniel have made a huge mistake sacrificing a genuine friendship for a whirlwind romance.
For Inga and Nathaniel, A Taste of Java explores the complexities of best friends turned lovers, and tests the strength of their relationship by answering a single question: Is the risk involved truly worth it?
INGA TYLER and NATHANIEL GATES, two attractive Chicagoans in their thirties are best friends and co-workers, who ponder crossing the skeletal line where physical attraction resides. Far from being a man stealer and reluctant to jeopardize her solid friendship with Nathaniel, Inga suppresses her true feelings because of his recent engagement to longtime girlfriend, ROCHELLE PARSONS. At the same time, Inga struggles with the snare of temptation whenever Nathaniel is in her presence, concluding who else would be better to love than the person she knows everything about. From flirtatious conversations, stolen pecks on the lips, and Nathaniel’s constant companionship, Inga feels her resolve weakening by the second.
Along comes CHARLES SMITH-MCALISTER, a handsome, hardworking gentleman, interesting enough to relieve Inga’s recurring thoughts of dating her best friend. Soon, Inga and Charles ease into a budding relationship, but Nathaniel seems to slide into their groove at every opportunity. During a lunch date, in which an eager Charles introduces his family members to Inga for the first time, she excuses herself after spotting Nathaniel with another woman who isn’t his fiancée. The two friends head down to the lobby while Inga tries playing relationship counselor, leaving Charles alone with his family for well over a half hour. Although Inga apologizes profusely for the lengthy absence, Charles finally has had enough and abruptly ends their courtship without further explanation. A couple of days later, he begins dating the girl who serves Inga her cup of Chai tea each morning.
Stunned, heartbroken, and jealous of Charles’s quick entry into a new relationship, Inga gets just the nudge she needs to completely open her heart to Nathaniel. Once the best friends admit their attraction to one another and agree to engage in a relationship, Nathaniel dumps his fiancée to exclusively date Inga, the woman of his dreams. Certain nothing else will block their path to happily ever after, a startling revelation threatens to destroy their fervent union.
Bowled over with surprise at hearing the distressing news, Inga fears the worst as reality sets in: The point of no return has been surpassed. If her relationship with Nathaniel should fail, not only will she lose the love of her life, but also a treasured, and irreplaceable best friend. Determined to fight for the love she feels she so justly deserves, she attempts to set all worries aside, but her angst multiplies. Call it ethereal or women’s intuition, but over a short period of time, Nathaniel seems to suddenly pull further and further away from their bond. Inga acknowledges every ounce of regret in her gut—she and Nathaniel have made a huge mistake sacrificing a genuine friendship for a whirlwind romance.
For Inga and Nathaniel, A Taste of Java explores the complexities of best friends turned lovers, and tests the strength of their relationship by answering a single question: Is the risk involved truly worth it?
280 pages, Kindle Edition
First published January 1, 2008
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March 7, 2008
I am currently reviewing “A taste of Java” a new novel by Linda Wilson. The story continues to be a very good read! This novel is a romantic comedy. The main character Inga is anything but boring. After (seeing) her in action I found myself scratching my head asking myself "Is this sista for real?"
I find it intriguing when a writer can entertain and teach at the same time. While reading “A taste of Java” I learned a few things that I didn't know about black history. Wilson inserted this information cleverly into her story without breaking the flow of the story.
Wilson also showed that she can do more than just write romantic comedy; she's also very talented in writing sizzling hot love scenes! There were parts of the story that got pretty hot and intense. I thought I was going to have and stop for a cup of Java myself! (smile)
Like most women, the main character Inga, just wanted to be loved. There was obviously a lot of maturing she had to do, and a lot of denial she needed to stop doing, but I am really enjoying this book. I highly recommend "A taste of Java" for anyone looking for a good read. The book is filled with humor, romance and quick come backs that only be said by a real sista!
I find it intriguing when a writer can entertain and teach at the same time. While reading “A taste of Java” I learned a few things that I didn't know about black history. Wilson inserted this information cleverly into her story without breaking the flow of the story.
Wilson also showed that she can do more than just write romantic comedy; she's also very talented in writing sizzling hot love scenes! There were parts of the story that got pretty hot and intense. I thought I was going to have and stop for a cup of Java myself! (smile)
Like most women, the main character Inga, just wanted to be loved. There was obviously a lot of maturing she had to do, and a lot of denial she needed to stop doing, but I am really enjoying this book. I highly recommend "A taste of Java" for anyone looking for a good read. The book is filled with humor, romance and quick come backs that only be said by a real sista!
March 4, 2008
Like the sweet aromatic flavor that exudes from coffee houses and pleases the sense of smell, the people who visit A Taste of Java, will definitely stimulate the soul. A Taste of Java brings a fascinating love story, which features a complicated cast of characters. This rib-tickling novel mixes in a tablespoon of love, two cups of comedy, and a triple shot of drama sure to keep readers turning the pages.
Inga Tyler and Nathaniel Gates are best friends, who find themselves crossing a skeletal line where physical attraction resides. Inga suppresses her true feelings for Nathaniel because his recent engagement to longtime girlfriend, Rochelle Parsons. Inga is far from a man stealer and very reluctant to jeopardize her solid friendship with Nathaniel. At the same time, Inga struggles with the snare of temptation whenever Nathaniel is in her presence. In the name of true love, Nathaniel is determined to dump his fiancée to pursue a monogamous relationship with Inga. Just when Nathaniel is certain nothing else stands in his path to happily ever after with Inga, a clumsy tea spill leaves Inga intrigued by one chocolate hunk of a construction worker, named Charles Smith-McAlister. Once Charles enters the picture, the dynamics of Inga and Nathaniel’s friendship are challenged. For better or for worse is the question that will linger until the end.
Inga Tyler and Nathaniel Gates are best friends, who find themselves crossing a skeletal line where physical attraction resides. Inga suppresses her true feelings for Nathaniel because his recent engagement to longtime girlfriend, Rochelle Parsons. Inga is far from a man stealer and very reluctant to jeopardize her solid friendship with Nathaniel. At the same time, Inga struggles with the snare of temptation whenever Nathaniel is in her presence. In the name of true love, Nathaniel is determined to dump his fiancée to pursue a monogamous relationship with Inga. Just when Nathaniel is certain nothing else stands in his path to happily ever after with Inga, a clumsy tea spill leaves Inga intrigued by one chocolate hunk of a construction worker, named Charles Smith-McAlister. Once Charles enters the picture, the dynamics of Inga and Nathaniel’s friendship are challenged. For better or for worse is the question that will linger until the end.
January 13, 2015
Never Cross that Line
Inga favored place for lunch is A Taste of Java which featured a complicated cast of characters that will have you laughing, mad and trying to figure out what’s going to happen next.
Inga puts her heart on the line with a construction guy name Charles which is the cousin of the owner of A Taste of Java which is Dwight. Inga and Nathaniel introduced themselves as best friends one day when they entered the coffee shop together, Charles read into the relationship to be more, so he gave her an inch of rope and sat back to wait for her to hang herself. She didn’t realize the love for her best friend overwhelmed the love she should had for Charles. The love between Inga and Nathaniel was so heavy it blinded Inga so she didn’t see the confusion from Nathaniel one night in front all their friends that left them all stumped.
Taking a chance with love is hard enough but when you take a chance by turning best friends into a relationship Inga Tyler can tell you all about it. I recommend this funny, realistic and romance book for all readers that believe in love.
Inga favored place for lunch is A Taste of Java which featured a complicated cast of characters that will have you laughing, mad and trying to figure out what’s going to happen next.
Inga puts her heart on the line with a construction guy name Charles which is the cousin of the owner of A Taste of Java which is Dwight. Inga and Nathaniel introduced themselves as best friends one day when they entered the coffee shop together, Charles read into the relationship to be more, so he gave her an inch of rope and sat back to wait for her to hang herself. She didn’t realize the love for her best friend overwhelmed the love she should had for Charles. The love between Inga and Nathaniel was so heavy it blinded Inga so she didn’t see the confusion from Nathaniel one night in front all their friends that left them all stumped.
Taking a chance with love is hard enough but when you take a chance by turning best friends into a relationship Inga Tyler can tell you all about it. I recommend this funny, realistic and romance book for all readers that believe in love.
August 9, 2008
Hopeful Of Things To Come
"A Taste Of Java" written by L. J. Wilson is funny, appealing and heartwarming. I initially, based purely on the cover, did not think that I was going to take pleasure in reading this story, but can I say, `never judge a book by its cover,' because "A Taste Of Java" was definitely the exception.
We're introduced to Inga Tyler and Nathaniel Gates, best friends whose relationship moves beyond `I love you like a sibling' to the `for intimate lovers' section. Their transition, while undeniable, seems to wreak havoc on Nate's engagement to Rochelle and Inga's newest prospect, Charles. When best friends move into the intimate stages are there bumper rails for their hearts?
"A Taste Of Java" is a great read, filled with an interesting storyline, real characters, and steamy hot drama filled to the brim. While reading `A Taste Of Java' I couldn't help reliving my own invasion of the best friend turned lover. VERY DANGEROUS ZONE!!!!
Reviewed by: Crystal
"A Taste Of Java" written by L. J. Wilson is funny, appealing and heartwarming. I initially, based purely on the cover, did not think that I was going to take pleasure in reading this story, but can I say, `never judge a book by its cover,' because "A Taste Of Java" was definitely the exception.
We're introduced to Inga Tyler and Nathaniel Gates, best friends whose relationship moves beyond `I love you like a sibling' to the `for intimate lovers' section. Their transition, while undeniable, seems to wreak havoc on Nate's engagement to Rochelle and Inga's newest prospect, Charles. When best friends move into the intimate stages are there bumper rails for their hearts?
"A Taste Of Java" is a great read, filled with an interesting storyline, real characters, and steamy hot drama filled to the brim. While reading `A Taste Of Java' I couldn't help reliving my own invasion of the best friend turned lover. VERY DANGEROUS ZONE!!!!
Reviewed by: Crystal
March 4, 2008
Look out world here she comes! This quiet and timid author roars with her gifted pen and takes her readers on an emotional roller coaster ride. You laugh, cry and love right along with Inga and her friends. You’ll find yourself torn between Inga’s two love interests, Nate and Charles just as much as she is. You’ll also want to throw a few blows on Inga’s behalf to protect her from the hater, Rochelle. L. J. Wilson’s well written love octagon will have you turning the pages and wanting more until your reading palate is fully satisfied.
January 14, 2009
Steamy Cup of Drama
"A Taste of Java" is a fun-filled, entertaining story about best friends, Inga and Nate, who take friendship to a whole new level. Uncertainty plagues the pages as their platonic relationship goes from best friends to lovers.
"A Taste Of Java" by L.J. Wilson is a great debut that will have you laughing so loud people are sure to stop and stare.
"A Taste of Java" is a fun-filled, entertaining story about best friends, Inga and Nate, who take friendship to a whole new level. Uncertainty plagues the pages as their platonic relationship goes from best friends to lovers.
"A Taste Of Java" by L.J. Wilson is a great debut that will have you laughing so loud people are sure to stop and stare.
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