In this series, each book explores the lives and stories of different characters who visit the café, offering a blend of magical realism, emotional depth, and thought-provoking themes about love, loss, and the human condition.
Before We Say Goodbye continues in this vein, delving into more stories of customers seeking closure or insight through their brief time travels.
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The regulars at the magical Café Funiculi Funicula are well acquainted with its famous legend and extraordinary time-travel offer. Many patrons have reunited with old flames, made amends with estranged family and visited loved ones. But the journey is not without risks, and there are rules to follow.
In the tradition of Toshikazu Kawaguchi’s sensational Before the Coffee Gets Cold Series, readers will once again be introduced to a new set of visitors: the husband with something important left to say; the woman who couldn’t bid her dog farewell; the woman who couldn’t answer a proposal; and the daughter who drove her father away.
Featuring signature heartwarming characters and wistful storytelling, in the beautifully haunting Before We Say Goodbye, Kawaguchi asks: Who would you visit if you could travel through time?
About the Author
Toshikazu Kawaguchi is a Japanese writer who became well-known for his heartwarming series Before the Coffee Gets Cold.
Originally written as a play, the story’s success led Kawaguchi to adapt it into a novel, which quickly gained popularity and has been translated into many languages.
His books often explore themes such as love, regret, and the importance of understanding one another. Kawaguchi’s storytelling style is known for being both touching and thoughtful, drawing readers into the emotional journeys of his characters.
What to read next
If you enjoyed this book, I’d recommend reading the other books in the Before the Coffee Gets Cold series. The next book in the series is titled Before We Forget.
