Coffee Tea The Chef & Me

by Caroline James, Alli Smith (Illustrator)

"Five big fat (Michelin) Stars for this fabulous book!" NetGalley
Mix together… A tough-cookie, media agent who's clawed her way to the top and a con-man, who wants to open a cookery school. Add in a washed-up celebrity chef whose career needs re-building. Flavour with an aging rock star - fresh from rehab, and a Sloane Ranger food writer who gets her own TV show. Bring to the boil at a Gourmet Food Festival, in Ireland, where anything goes! When media agent, Hilary Hargreaves, travels to Ireland to look at a campaign for a new cookery school, she meets a blast from her past - the romantic but reckless chef, Mickey Lloyd, who is hell-bent on resurrecting his flagging career. Her tough demeanour is rocked, as it becomes apparent that Mickey's intentions involve more than a stint behind a stove in his quest to pursue her. But as plans for the school gain momentum, she realises that she's developing more than a passing interest in reformed alcoholic, Long Tom Hendry, who owns the crumbling old mansion where the school will be homed. Hilary has many ingredients to juggle, with her demanding client list, which looks set to boil over if she doesn't keep control. From London's bustling, Soho, to Southern Ireland and the sunny shores of the Caribbean, has Hilary got too much on her plate and is she really prepared to risk it all for love? "A fabulous story, it made me shriek with laughter and I loved every twist and turn! And so much of it could be only too true! One of my favourite current reads." Valentina Harris, Author, Chef & International Cookery School Host. "You'll go NUTS! about this book! A great read!" Andrew Nutter, Celebrity Chef "Caroline James has spun a tale that is enjoyable, funny, charming, believable and page-turning." Nigel May, TV Personality & Author "AbFab meets MasterChef in a Soap, 5 stars!" Dizzy C's Little Book Blog Caroline James is the author of several novels including best-sellers The Best Boomerville Hotel and Boomerville at Ballymegille.

334 pages, Paperback

Published November 15, 2015

About the author

Caroline James is the celebrated author of later-life fiction, including THE CRUISE, the #1 best-seller that has captivated cruise ship passengers worldwide, and her eagerly anticipated follow-up novels, THE CRUISE CLUB, and THE ARCTIC CRUISE are out now. THE NILE CRUISE will be published in July.

ATTICUS ARNOTT’S GREAT ADVENTURE is described as “A heartwarming and uplifting read where the characters shine from the page.”

Caroline’s vibrant storytelling stems from her colourful career. Before becoming a full-time writer, she carved out a fascinating path in the hospitality industry, owning a charming country house hotel and a lively pub. As a media agent, she worked closely with celebrity chefs, giving her an insider’s perspective on the glitz, glamour, and grit of the culinary world. When she finally turned her focus to writing, she discovered her true calling, penning best-selling novels that have garnered her legions of fans.

When she’s not writing in her cosy writing retreat, Caroline enjoys tranquil walks with Fred, her Westie, and refreshing swims in a local lake. As a member of the Romantic Novelists’ Association, the SoA, ARRA, and the Society of Women’s Writers & Journalists, Caroline is a champion of lifelong creativity.


Books by Caroline James:

The Nile Cruise
The Arctic Cruise
Atticus Arnott's Great Adventure
The Cruise Club
The Cruise
The French Cookery School
The Spa Break
Boomerville at Ballymegille
The Best Boomerville Hotel
Hattie Goes to Hollywood
Jungle Rock
Coffee Tea the Caribbean & Me
Coffee Tea the Chef & Me
Coffee Rea the Gypsy & Me

Contact Caroline:

website: www.carolinejamesauthor.co.uk
Twitter: @carolinejames12
Facebook: Caroline James Author
Insta: Caroline JamesAuthor

Reviews for Caroline’s books:

"Caroline is a natural story-teller with a gift for humour in her writing." The Write Stuff, London Book Fair.

"A fabulous Story, it made me shriek with laughter and I loved every twist and turn." Valentina Harris, Author, Chef and International Cookery School Host.

"Caroline James has spun a tale that is enjoyable, funny, charming, believable and page-turning." Nigel May, TV Personality & Author

"A strong plot with likeable characters makes it a great read." Ebook of the week - The Sun:

"Caroline writes quite beautifully - great descriptions, vividly drawn characters, sparkling humour, a touch of real sadness - this book was the perfect escape."

"A thoroughly enjoyable read that takes you from the loneliness of single life in the wet UK through to the magic of the Caribbean. An indulgent feast of the best things in life - sun, rum, fun, love and laughter."

"Caroline James has served up a comedic masterpiece that proves retirement doesn't mean retreating—it means going full throttle with absolutely zero effs left to give."

Reviews

[Gillian Passman]

I so totally set out not liking the main character. I was sure she was going to be the antagonist, rather than the protagonist, but I fell in love with her and this was a great feelgood book to while away on the sunbed on hols (unlike another kindle unlimited book I took but rather wish I hadn't as it was a bit too far in the fantasy section).

No bonking, just good clean romance and friendship. A lovely read.

[Diane]

I don’t know what to say about this book. I liked the idea of a plot line involving celebrity chefs, the characters were colourful and fun and on the whole, the storyline retained my interest.

However, it felt as if some of the interlinked stories were never fully developed. The whole plot around the con artist, was wafer thin and I was left feeling ‘so what?’ when that part of the story was wrapped up.

Really mixed feelings overall but I will try another of the author’s books.

[neil southcoat]

Keeps the readers in suspense from start to finish very good read .once you have read this book you will want more of the same an author worth following

[Gillie Walker]

It just wasn’t the same without Jo and Hattie.