The Cottage Café

by Sage Parker

She’s 70 years old and about to experience the best autumn of her life…

Monica, who just celebrated her 70th birthday is spending the fall with her daughter’s family off the coast of Maine.

Since her husband died 10 years ago, she’s given up all hope of a new happily ever after and tells herself she’s content just being grandma to two beautiful boys.

The thing is Monica’s always had a secret passion for baking and business. A passion she never got to pursue as a wife and mother. So when she sees a job opening in the local cottage cafe, she jumps at the chance. Impressed by her pastry skills, the owner offers Monica a chance to shine in the kitchen.

Over the moon with this new lease of life, Monica’s happiness is short-lived when she finds out that hotel developers are threatening to buy out the local cafe.

Then, when Monica finds a notebook left behind in the cafe one evening, she discovers inside it the story of Benjamin, a once-famous local sculptor who is grieving his late wife. The cottage cafe was her favorite place to be too. As Monica delves into the history of the town, she realizes just how pivotal the cafe has been to the people who live here through the years.

Intrigued, Monica sets out to make friends with the reclusive and crotchety Benjamin, who just so happens to be the only man who can save the cafe from its fate.

A reminder of the importance of friendship, love, neighbors, and reaching out to those around you. Spend a hopefull fall with Monica and Benjamin as they embark on an unlikely romance and band together to save the beloved local cafe from going under.

This is Book 6 of 6 in the Falling for Maine series. Scroll up and grab your copy today!

84 pages, Kindle Edition

Published November 5, 2024

Reviews

[Katie O’Reilly · Rating 2 out of 5]

Unfortunately, not a very satisfying conclusion to the series, with sort of a half-ass HEA and a lot of boring genealogy talk. However, I love Ben & Monica, just wanted more for them.

[William · Rating 5 out of 5]

Entertaining relationships listening 🎶🔰

This kindle e-book novella is from my Kindle Unlimited account book six of six.

Monica and Benjamin continue to investigate the mystery of ownership. They meet with the mayor before the meeting with a surprise ending 😀.

I would recommend this series and author to 👍 readers of romantic family and friends relationships adventure mystery novels 👍🔰. 2024 👒😤

[Shelly · Rating 4 out of 5]

What a wonderful way to finish up the series. Everything is tied up and done. The town is saved. Secrets are revealed. One of my absolute favorites for the year.

[Curvy Girl Book Nerd (Jen S) · Rating 4 out of 5]

In Book 6 of the Cottage Café more secrets are revealed. We learn the story behind the land. Monica and Benjamin grow closer, and Ben gets some closure from Emma. I wish we knew how Donnie and Andy resolved their issues, and I'm still curious why Fred and Andy hate each other. Overall, I loved the series and was happy with the outcome.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Susan · Rating 5 out of 5]

This contemporary sweet clean starting over, second chance romance in this Christian inspirational women's fiction is page-turning with exceptional world-building in Maine with magnificent sunrise/sunsets that are vibrantly painted across the sky, and characters that are witty, independent, captivating, and realistic. Their journey is enthralling with the cottage cafe, friendship, love, an easy summer, beach town, mystery, later in life, drama heartfelt emotions that will have readers needing Kleenex/Puffs to wipe the tears that are threatening to spill down their cheeks, secrets, suspense, Monica sets out to make friends with the reclusive and crotchety Benjamin, who just so happens to be the only man who can save the cafe from its fate, an unlikely romance that will save the beloved cafe from going under, action, adventure, and more. I recommend reading this book by an extraordinary author who knows how to captivate her readers' hearts and attention with the cottage cafe and a second chance romance that is sure to transport readers into a world that is sweet and unforgettable.



She’s 70 years old and about to experience the best autumn of her life…

Monica, who just celebrated her 70th birthday is spending the fall with her daughter’s family off the coast of Maine.

Since her husband died 10 years ago, she’s given up all hope of a new happily ever after and tells herself she’s content just being grandma to two beautiful boys.

The thing is Monica’s always had a secret passion for baking and business. A passion she never got to pursue as a wife and mother. So when she sees a job opening in the local cottage cafe, she jumps at the chance. Impressed by her pastry skills, the owner offers Monica a chance to shine in the kitchen.

Over the moon with this new lease of life, Monica’s happiness is short-lived when she finds out that hotel developers are threatening to buy out the local cafe.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Stox4story · Rating 4 out of 5]

It’s All Over but the Crying

Questions are answered and we learn who is innocent and who is guilty. I might add that it seems some of the ‘big guys’ are scared to show their faces. Can’t say I blame them as Monica and Lydia pull a number on them. They make quite the mother/daughter team.

Romance is in the air and maybe, just maybe, love is right around the corner for Ben and Monica.

It was a satisfying conclusion to a good storyline with a few ‘wishes’ left… see below.

🤔 OBSERVATIONS:

I would have liked more to the ending such as:

✒︎ how the ‘high and mighty’ dealt with what was discovered and were there in legal ramifications

✒︎ what the issue was between Andy and Fred

✒︎ where it goes from here with Andy and Donnie and how Donnie did a sharp about face

✒︎ does Lydia get her job back or does she start her own business … and who did the complaining to cause her to lose her job.

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[Molly · Rating 5 out of 5]

shadows from their pasts hang over many of the townspeople in this sort of close knit community.

they seem to hold grudges as tightly as hopes and dreams, in some instances.

a slow simmering romance still bubbles, along with the possibilities for new beginnings for one time couples who have been dragging along some baggage.

Hopes lie close by heavy hearts and shadows as this series draws to a close.

I can't help but hope to visit some of the folks in a new series, to find out what happens in their afters - happy or heartbroken.

This is a moving testimony to the weight if friendships and broken pieces fitting together or shattering apart.

I enjoy the sweet bits and the drama, and am looking forward to reading my next Sage Parker saga.

[Carmela Dimattia · Rating 5 out of 5]

Yes! We finally have the answers to the situation with the council and it’s staff members. And, of course, the relationship brewing between Benjamin and Monica. The ending was so fitting and sweet and I loved that we got to see some on Benjamin’s vulnerability when he admitted his feelings for Monica. I truly enjoyed this series and getting to know the characters and learning about their pasts and how they were all connected.

I received an arc copy via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving an honest review.

[Nancy · Rating 5 out of 5]

The mystery is solved, and answers were found as to what was happening in The Cottage Café Book Six.
No one could have seen the results of the investigation Monica and Banjamin were able to do. This gave us the final answers to who was behind the dirty deeds, but Monica and Benjamin were not going to let The Cottage Café go down without a fight.
I loved the connection between Monica and Benjamin grew throughout the series.

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[PW · Rating 5 out of 5]

This an excellent ending to a fantastic series. Monica realizes and accepts that life doesn’t end at 70. The cafe is the cafe for the community. This book shows how the “little” person can make a difference. The realistic characters and their behaviors are so genuine that I couldn’t stop reading each book until the very last word.

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[Jacqueline Johnston Cotton · Rating 5 out of 5]

A short and sweet conclusion to this amazing series. It may not have had a lot of pages but they packed a punch and the story was not short on depth and emotion. I loved the later in life romance that was thread through the whole story and how the community all came together for each other and the town. This is the perfect series for those who love a small town saga with mystery, suspense and some feel good romance. The ending was wonderful!.

[Cindy Stankiewicz · Rating 5 out of 5]

Interesting but lengthy…

Pretty much kept my interest throughout the 6 - book series to reach conclusions. Sage Parker is a gifted author and her books are written with well thought out content. I thought the plot was well developed, as were the characters and there was diversity throughout the different scenarios that kept my interest and kept me wanting to read through the ending.

[Vicki Stephens · Rating 5 out of 5]

The Cottage Cafe, Book Six, is the finale in the Falling For Maine Series which concludes the romantic story of Benjamin and Monica. Information from a surprising source helps the city council to make their decision regarding the land where the cafe stands. This series had a great conclusion.

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[Dianne Hall · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fantastic book and series!

A stunning ending to a fantastic book and series. The intrigue has built through the series. I love the ending which wraps up one part of the story, but leaves other parts of the story to one's imagination. Truly a highly recommended series and author.

I read this book and series as part of an advance reader team and am voluntarily writing this review.

[Tami Willard · Rating 5 out of 5]

The meeting for the vote has been scheduled. Evidence has been gathered regarding the scheme and who all is complicit. Decisions are made that could change relationships between both friends and enemies. All of the loose ends are taken care of. What could the future hold?.

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[Roslyn Simonin Jenkins · Rating 5 out of 5]

The City Council Meeting was finally scheduled.....for 3 weeks away.
The town was in a buzz. Freya got to Lydia to let her know that the meeting would take place while the Mayor was on Vacation.....Convenient????
And the Detectives (Monica, Ben, Fred and Lydia) get to work.

Fantastic ending Sage.

I received this advanced copy from Sage and am leaving my honest review.

[Jeanne · Rating 5 out of 5]

The Cottage Cafe (Book 6) is book #6 in the Falling for Maine series by Sage Parker.

It’s time for the final showdown regarding the property. I loved the relationship between Ben and Monica. This is an overall feel good story and I hate to see it end.

I received a free copy of the book and I am voluntarily leaving an honest review.

[Baby Girl · Rating 5 out of 5]

What a perfect ending. It was so cute how Benjamin just kissed Monica after their victory!! They were sweet on each other and it was adorable to watch it turn into love. Two individuals who lost loved ones, but managed to find love again at their age. Loved this series and I loved how it centered around an older couple. So cute!!!.

[Rhonda · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wonderful conclusion to the story with a lot of answers to the questions that you follow along as you read this book. Like the older characters and the interaction and conversations that they have. Great setting or the story. Entertaining read.

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[Wendy · Rating 3 out of 5]

Book 6 - The land issue revolved. Ben and Monica move to a more committed relationship. Ends a bit abruptly, and is a bit open ended. Unless there’s a book 7, you need to assume and use your imagination on where it goes from here. I enjoyed this series. I just wish it would’ve been one novel instead of six novellas, that must be read in order to make sense.

[D. · Rating 5 out of 5]

I cannot believe they figured out what was happening with the help of someone at City Hall. With all the digging and searching, I wasn't sure Ben and Monica were going to make it. They did. It was a great ending to this awesome series.

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[emmalgradygmail.com · Rating 5 out of 5]

I absolutely loved the final book and ending and how all lose ends were tied up nicely. Sage Parker is a truly gifted author and I absolutely love reading her books. Definitely recommend ++.

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[Jeanne Richardson · Rating 5 out of 5]

I've read a lot of books written by Sage Parker; she is one of my favorite authors. I can’t wait to read more of her books.

This is the sixth book in the Falling for Maine Series; the story continues from the previous book and needs to be read in order.

[Erika · Rating 5 out of 5]

All the questions are answered. We find out who is guilty and who is innocent. The truth about the land comes out. Ben and Monica are growing closer. This is a great series.

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[Eileen · Rating 3 out of 5]

I loved this entire series. I couldn't wait for the next book to come out everytime I came to the end of a book in the series. So I was very disappointed in the end book. It was too abrupt of an ending, there should have been more.

[Jodi Bennett · Rating 5 out of 5]

Monica, Benjamin and the gang are all back for the last in the series. What will the town council decide, can they affect the decision in any way? This was a delightful series with great characters and a wonderful ending. A must read.

[Holly · Rating 4 out of 5]

loved the story and the characters.
Monica and Benjamin continue to investigate the mystery and definitely it was a surprise ending
. An easy and enjoyable read.

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[Kathy · Rating 4 out of 5]

Thoroughly enjoyed the books. My only issue was having to constantly get the “next book”. All six, averaging about 80 pages, could have easily been made into one or two books. Each book was like a chapter; everything just continued right into the next.

[Judy Barnette-Zeamer · Rating 1 out of 5]

Stupid ending

Ridiculous ending after reading six books. Extremely disappointing. Plus each book was so short. Simply a way to keep you buying books. Not a fan and will not read this author again .

[Debra Sissom · Rating 5 out of 5]

Such a wonderful series! A little mystery, family, love and small town adventures. I wanted to keep reading and when I got to the end of the last book….I was sad that it was over.

Thank you Sage Parker for this series of adventures♥️