The Pumpkin Spice Café - The hit TikTok series, for fans of cozy romance in 2025!

Don't wait any longer: the global TikTok phenomenon is finally coming to France!

When Jeanie’s aunt entrusts her with the Pumpkin Spice Café, a beloved meeting spot in the small town of Dream Harbor, the young woman jumps at the opportunity for a fresh start, far from her depressing office job.

Logan, a local farmer, may keep his distance from the community and its gossip, but Jeanie's arrival disrupts his routine. He wants nothing to do with this annoyingly optimistic girl, yet he is inexplicably drawn to her.

Will Jeanie's carefree attitude eventually win over Logan, as sublime as he is grumpy, or has this city girl found in him the only person in Dream Harbor who won't fall for her charm, and that of her pumpkin spice lattes?

✨ Review from Librairie du Grimoire Ancien

"The Pumpkin Spice Café" marks the foundational act of the Dream Harbor series and perfectly illustrates why Laurie Gilmore has become a viral phenomenon on TikTok. This first volume lays the groundwork for a comforting literary universe that has captivated millions of readers seeking benevolent escapism. The author masters the art of "grumpy x sunshine" romance, that delightful contrast between Logan, the gruff and solitary farmer, and Jeanie, the incorrigible optimist who transforms everything she touches. The cafe becomes much more than just a setting: it embodies a place of transformation, a third space where masks fall and hearts open. Gilmore excels in creating sensory atmospheres that envelop the reader: the smell of cinnamon and pumpkin, the warmth of coffee, the autumnal colors of New England become characters in their own right. The theme of new beginnings resonates universally, offering a powerful metaphor for the ability to reinvent oneself far from stifling social and professional expectations. The "small town" dynamic explores the tensions between community intimacy and individual freedom, between belonging and independence. The character of Jeanie embodies an enterprising and resilient femininity that refuses to be discouraged, while Logan represents a wounded masculinity that must learn to trust again. The guarantee of a "Happily Ever After" is not a narrative convenience but an emotional promise that responds to the contemporary need for reassuring stories in an uncertain world. A foundational novel that has created a new standard for contemporary cozy romance, proving that comforting literature can be both accessible and emotionally rich. The ideal read to settle in with a warm drink and believe again in the magic of new beginnings.

A cozy, small-town romance, with grumpy x sunshine heroes, and the guarantee of a Happily Ever After!

Translated from English by Marion Schwartz.

About the Author:

Laurie Gilmore writes novels with a warm, small-town atmosphere. Her "Dream Harbor" series is filled with quirky townspeople, cozy settings, and comforting romances. She loves books with the perfect balance of sweet and spicy, and strives to find it in her own stories.

Reader Reviews:

"A true joy to read! This autumn romance ticks all the feel-good boxes: endearing characters, a sweet plot enhanced by a touch of mystery, and an incredibly warm atmosphere." Nelly P.

"This is THE definition of a cozy novel! If you love small towns where everyone knows everyone, where cafes smell of cinnamon, and where fallen leaves crunch under your feet, then welcome to Dream Harbor." Les lectures de Miss Tornade