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The Floating Copenhagen Café
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Expected 2 Jul 26This summer, escape the dreamy canals of Copenhagen! ☀️Can summer love last forever?
Milly is reeling from a recent heartbreak when she’s offered the chance to go to Copenhagen for a gorgeous summer and help revive an idyllic, but struggling, cafe on the canal. She jumps at the chance for fun drama-free, solo summer floating along the Danish canals.
The only problem with her plan? Theo: the café's beautiful but brooding chef who challenges her at every turn.
As they work together and their fiery connection grows, Milly wonders if she might have finally found everything she’s been looking for. Their sizzling attraction is undeniable, but Milly and Theo have both been hurt before, and Milly worries that their carefully guarded hearts might be closed to love forever.
As summer draws to a close, Milly must decide, will she fight for their relationship or retreat to her carefully curated life in England?
Milly is reeling from a recent heartbreak when she’s offered the chance to go to Copenhagen for a gorgeous summer and help revive an idyllic, but struggling, cafe on the canal. She jumps at the chance for fun drama-free, solo summer floating along the Danish canals.
The only problem with her plan? Theo: the café's beautiful but brooding chef who challenges her at every turn.
As they work together and their fiery connection grows, Milly wonders if she might have finally found everything she’s been looking for. Their sizzling attraction is undeniable, but Milly and Theo have both been hurt before, and Milly worries that their carefully guarded hearts might be closed to love forever.
As summer draws to a close, Milly must decide, will she fight for their relationship or retreat to her carefully curated life in England?
361 pages, Kindle Edition
Expected publication July 2, 2026
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Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
I've enjoyed this series! Each book can stand alone.
This was a beautiful read about an unfulfilled and stuck young woman who leaves Milton Keynes, England, to help a friend run her cafe in Copenhagen, Denmark.
I loved how she embraced the Hygge lifestyle and chose to prioritize a happy life over a comfortable one. I appreciated her advice to slow down, savour moments, enjoy the simple things, and focus more on living every moment rather than rushing and working too much. I also liked the advice when travelling to think like a local and not a tourist.
I was a little concerned when her old life ‘found’ her in Copenhagen, but was thankful she had enough 'living properly' under her belt that she could verbalize what she wanted with conviction.
I was gifted this copy and was under no obligation to provide a review.
This was a beautiful read about an unfulfilled and stuck young woman who leaves Milton Keynes, England, to help a friend run her cafe in Copenhagen, Denmark.
I loved how she embraced the Hygge lifestyle and chose to prioritize a happy life over a comfortable one. I appreciated her advice to slow down, savour moments, enjoy the simple things, and focus more on living every moment rather than rushing and working too much. I also liked the advice when travelling to think like a local and not a tourist.
I was a little concerned when her old life ‘found’ her in Copenhagen, but was thankful she had enough 'living properly' under her belt that she could verbalize what she wanted with conviction.
I was gifted this copy and was under no obligation to provide a review.
May 21, 2026
Another great read by Annabel, I loved it - felt like I was in Copenhagen
Milly recently found out her boyfriend in the stationary cupboard with a colleague in a compromising position.
She needs a break so takes up the chance to go to Copenhagen to help her friend Ada with her struggling cafe on the canal. Milly jumps at the chance to help her friend but the only problem with her plan is Theo the brooding chef who challenges her at every turn.
As they work together the chemistry between them hots up, Milly wonders if she should take the risk on Theo even though she’s due to leave soon.
When her ex reappears and Theo reacts badly to something else that happens at the same time, is it the end of what they had?Will she fight for her new relationship or go back to her life back home?
Thank you to NetGalley and Avon for letting me read this lovely book in exchange for a honest review
Milly recently found out her boyfriend in the stationary cupboard with a colleague in a compromising position.
She needs a break so takes up the chance to go to Copenhagen to help her friend Ada with her struggling cafe on the canal. Milly jumps at the chance to help her friend but the only problem with her plan is Theo the brooding chef who challenges her at every turn.
As they work together the chemistry between them hots up, Milly wonders if she should take the risk on Theo even though she’s due to leave soon.
When her ex reappears and Theo reacts badly to something else that happens at the same time, is it the end of what they had?Will she fight for her new relationship or go back to her life back home?
Thank you to NetGalley and Avon for letting me read this lovely book in exchange for a honest review
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
Thank you, Avon Books UK, for providing this book for review consideration via NetGalley. All opinions are my own.
Milly schedules a sabbatical from work (that was just being offered to her anyway!) after finding her boyfriend making out with someone else in a storage closet at work, and decides to visit her friend, Ada in Copenhagen. Ada lives in a canal house with Theo, who owns a cafe in a canal boat. Ada's now a wildlife photographer, so she's off to the Arctic to photograph foxes, and Milly can have her room with Theo. Oh, and Milly's also an financial tips content creator as well as a financial consultant on hiatus, so she can totally help Theo stop the cafe from failing, not that he asked for her help. Summer fun!
Milly annoyed me almost from the start, posting crying videos on her financial tips Instagram about her break up with Tom and continuously talking about her online community of Instagram followers (though she never calls them followers - but they are - she doesn't know them!). Then as she and Theo are starting to get to know one another, he mentions that he likes K-pop music, which she finds "surprising" and "hilarious" and later "weird," none of which is explained - why is someone liking one of the most popular music genres in world so funny?
She also won't stop mentioning "the accident" without telling the reader what happened, so I figure that it's going to lead up to a big emotional moment with Theo, but no. By the time she finally lets on what happened (it's traumatic sure, but fairly mundane all things considered, though her mom seems to have the most residual trauma from it) at 70%, I no longer care. In fact, she never actually tells him during our time together in the book. Seems odd that a foundational experience like that wouldn't come up (even though it almost does a few times) before we're saying "I love you," you know? But then again, she has to hear about what happened with his ex-girlfriend to make him so skittish about relationships from Ada, so they are just miscommunication central.
There's also lots of talk about community and hygge and how she's not getting it, but then maybe she's getting it, and then she can only seem to do it if she's in Copenhagen. I'm all for someone figuring what makes them happy, but we never actually see her make any friends that aren't Theo or really do anything that's not about the cafe or social media. People miss her when she doesn't post, but the few short examples of content she's making feel like the most banal financial tips I've ever heard, so it's hard to understand how she has 500k followers (but also no one recognizes her, she has no sponsorships, and she never collabs with anyone? Okay.).
The romance seems to happen because they are the only two people in the book, not because anything exceptional happens between them. He's hot, she's on holiday in a foreign country, let's go. He's more hesitant to get together, but only because she's leaving after her sabbatical is over. I'd love for one of them to mention that they could just see how it goes, but I guess it's relationship or bust. Ada actually does most of the hard work of getting them together and then leaving every time they need a push, so I'd probably rather read about her next time.
Milly schedules a sabbatical from work (that was just being offered to her anyway!) after finding her boyfriend making out with someone else in a storage closet at work, and decides to visit her friend, Ada in Copenhagen. Ada lives in a canal house with Theo, who owns a cafe in a canal boat. Ada's now a wildlife photographer, so she's off to the Arctic to photograph foxes, and Milly can have her room with Theo. Oh, and Milly's also an financial tips content creator as well as a financial consultant on hiatus, so she can totally help Theo stop the cafe from failing, not that he asked for her help. Summer fun!
Milly annoyed me almost from the start, posting crying videos on her financial tips Instagram about her break up with Tom and continuously talking about her online community of Instagram followers (though she never calls them followers - but they are - she doesn't know them!). Then as she and Theo are starting to get to know one another, he mentions that he likes K-pop music, which she finds "surprising" and "hilarious" and later "weird," none of which is explained - why is someone liking one of the most popular music genres in world so funny?
She also won't stop mentioning "the accident" without telling the reader what happened, so I figure that it's going to lead up to a big emotional moment with Theo, but no. By the time she finally lets on what happened (it's traumatic sure, but fairly mundane all things considered, though her mom seems to have the most residual trauma from it) at 70%, I no longer care. In fact, she never actually tells him during our time together in the book. Seems odd that a foundational experience like that wouldn't come up (even though it almost does a few times) before we're saying "I love you," you know? But then again, she has to hear about what happened with his ex-girlfriend to make him so skittish about relationships from Ada, so they are just miscommunication central.
There's also lots of talk about community and hygge and how she's not getting it, but then maybe she's getting it, and then she can only seem to do it if she's in Copenhagen. I'm all for someone figuring what makes them happy, but we never actually see her make any friends that aren't Theo or really do anything that's not about the cafe or social media. People miss her when she doesn't post, but the few short examples of content she's making feel like the most banal financial tips I've ever heard, so it's hard to understand how she has 500k followers (but also no one recognizes her, she has no sponsorships, and she never collabs with anyone? Okay.).
The romance seems to happen because they are the only two people in the book, not because anything exceptional happens between them. He's hot, she's on holiday in a foreign country, let's go. He's more hesitant to get together, but only because she's leaving after her sabbatical is over. I'd love for one of them to mention that they could just see how it goes, but I guess it's relationship or bust. Ada actually does most of the hard work of getting them together and then leaving every time they need a push, so I'd probably rather read about her next time.
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
This was a lovely, easy to read kind of book. A heart warming escapist read that transports you off to wonderful Copenhagen to embrace the Danish hygge lifestyle and I for one was totally swept along in the fuzzy cute kinda vibes that were going on. I have been to Copenhagen once and feel like I need to go back after this! This would make a perfect holiday read.
Milly who works in a boring finance job has been re-evaluating her life choices. One day she discovers her boyfriend has been cheating on her with another woman in her office. We see how this recent heartbreak is just the push she needs to actually make changes to her life. Her best friend, Ada, gives her an opportunity to travel over to Copenhagen, live on her canal boat and also help out with her struggling cafe on the canal, that she so happens to co-own with Theo, the gorgeous but broody chef, who questions Milly at every turn. Oh and Milly will also be living on the canal boat with Theo! It was a cute set up.
The relationship between Milly and Theo is lovely. As they work together their sizzling attraction towards each other grows. But their hearts are guarded. Will they give into the obvious connections between them and pursue a relationship or not. It was easy to like both characters and fun to see how things progressed between them.
The setting was captivating. I really enjoyed all the lovely descriptions of Copenhagen, and also the relaxed, joyful, happy vibes that the people in that wonderful city adopt into their lives. It had a live for the moment feel about it all. I felt like I was wandering around the places with Milly. It was evocative and dreamy. Life by the the canal, working on a cafe with all the floaty water, coffee, pastries, it all sounds wonderful.
This was a gentle, cute romance, in a glorious setting. It was a lovely comfortable book to read and I thoroughly enjoyed it.
Thank you to Avon and NetGalley for the chance to read this summery feel good book.
Milly who works in a boring finance job has been re-evaluating her life choices. One day she discovers her boyfriend has been cheating on her with another woman in her office. We see how this recent heartbreak is just the push she needs to actually make changes to her life. Her best friend, Ada, gives her an opportunity to travel over to Copenhagen, live on her canal boat and also help out with her struggling cafe on the canal, that she so happens to co-own with Theo, the gorgeous but broody chef, who questions Milly at every turn. Oh and Milly will also be living on the canal boat with Theo! It was a cute set up.
The relationship between Milly and Theo is lovely. As they work together their sizzling attraction towards each other grows. But their hearts are guarded. Will they give into the obvious connections between them and pursue a relationship or not. It was easy to like both characters and fun to see how things progressed between them.
The setting was captivating. I really enjoyed all the lovely descriptions of Copenhagen, and also the relaxed, joyful, happy vibes that the people in that wonderful city adopt into their lives. It had a live for the moment feel about it all. I felt like I was wandering around the places with Milly. It was evocative and dreamy. Life by the the canal, working on a cafe with all the floaty water, coffee, pastries, it all sounds wonderful.
This was a gentle, cute romance, in a glorious setting. It was a lovely comfortable book to read and I thoroughly enjoyed it.
Thank you to Avon and NetGalley for the chance to read this summery feel good book.
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
After discovering her boyfriend with another woman, Milly decides to take a sabbatical from her successful job. Her best friend offers her a place to stay in her canal house in Copenhagen with her house mate, Theo, while her friend is on a photo assignment. Theo is handsome but moody and remote. Despite her strong attraction to him, Milly works with Theo, using her social media skills to help make his less successful cafe more profitable. Along the way, she falls in love with Copenhagen, the hygge lifestyle, and Theo. Will she be able to give up her life in England and break through Theo’s defenses?
This is book three of the Floating Shop series. It is a captivating read with a sweet and enchanting narrative.The book is filled with colorful characters and charming settings, and Copenhagen itself becomes a character in its own right, with vivid descriptions that immerse the reader in the beauty and magic of the city. I did think Milly was a bit annoying, but that did not take away from the charm of the story.
I don’t read a lot of romances, but I am hooked on this series. Yes, they are all a bit formulaic, but it is a beguiling formula. A young woman, dissatisfied with something in her life, reinvents herself. Along the way she travels to a beautiful locale, is successful, and meets a handsome new man who may be a bit difficult at first. I think what I like most about the series, though, is that the author makes the setting really come alive with her striking portrayals. Copenhagen was never on my “must see" list, but now I really want to visit there.
This makes a great escapist read for beach, summer, vacation, or any time. I can’t wait to see where the next installment takes me!
Thanks to @NetGalley and @AvonBooksUK for the DRC.
This is book three of the Floating Shop series. It is a captivating read with a sweet and enchanting narrative.The book is filled with colorful characters and charming settings, and Copenhagen itself becomes a character in its own right, with vivid descriptions that immerse the reader in the beauty and magic of the city. I did think Milly was a bit annoying, but that did not take away from the charm of the story.
I don’t read a lot of romances, but I am hooked on this series. Yes, they are all a bit formulaic, but it is a beguiling formula. A young woman, dissatisfied with something in her life, reinvents herself. Along the way she travels to a beautiful locale, is successful, and meets a handsome new man who may be a bit difficult at first. I think what I like most about the series, though, is that the author makes the setting really come alive with her striking portrayals. Copenhagen was never on my “must see" list, but now I really want to visit there.
This makes a great escapist read for beach, summer, vacation, or any time. I can’t wait to see where the next installment takes me!
Thanks to @NetGalley and @AvonBooksUK for the DRC.
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
🩷 Blurb-
This summer, escape the dreamy canals of Copenhagen! ☀️Can summer love last forever?
Milly is reeling from a recent heartbreak when she’s offered the chance to go to Copenhagen for a gorgeous summer and help revive an idyllic, but struggling, cafe on the canal. She jumps at the chance for fun drama-free, solo summer floating along the Danish canals.
The only problem with her plan? Theo: the café's beautiful but brooding chef who challenges her at every turn.
As they work together and their fiery connection grows, Milly wonders if she might have finally found everything she’s been looking for. Their sizzling attraction is undeniable, but Milly and Theo have both been hurt before, and Milly worries that their carefully guarded hearts might be closed to love forever.
As summer draws to a close, Milly must decide, will she fight for their relationship or retreat to her carefully curated life in England?
🩵 Review -
I have enjoyed other books by the author and The Floating Copenhagen Café certainly didn't disappoint. I really enjoyed this book, the author's writing was so good that sometimes I forgot that I was reading and was swept away with the characters in Copenhagen. This was the perfect summer read. The story was cute and easy to follow and I loved Milly and Theo's characters and I wanted them to have their happy ending. Plus it was brilliantly paced, had beautiful place settings and a great cast of background characters. Overall a brilliant novel that I can't recommend enough. I'm already eager to see what the author writes next.
💝 Thank you to Avon books, the author Annabelle French and Netgalley for my e arc copy of the book in exchange for an honest review.
This summer, escape the dreamy canals of Copenhagen! ☀️Can summer love last forever?
Milly is reeling from a recent heartbreak when she’s offered the chance to go to Copenhagen for a gorgeous summer and help revive an idyllic, but struggling, cafe on the canal. She jumps at the chance for fun drama-free, solo summer floating along the Danish canals.
The only problem with her plan? Theo: the café's beautiful but brooding chef who challenges her at every turn.
As they work together and their fiery connection grows, Milly wonders if she might have finally found everything she’s been looking for. Their sizzling attraction is undeniable, but Milly and Theo have both been hurt before, and Milly worries that their carefully guarded hearts might be closed to love forever.
As summer draws to a close, Milly must decide, will she fight for their relationship or retreat to her carefully curated life in England?
🩵 Review -
I have enjoyed other books by the author and The Floating Copenhagen Café certainly didn't disappoint. I really enjoyed this book, the author's writing was so good that sometimes I forgot that I was reading and was swept away with the characters in Copenhagen. This was the perfect summer read. The story was cute and easy to follow and I loved Milly and Theo's characters and I wanted them to have their happy ending. Plus it was brilliantly paced, had beautiful place settings and a great cast of background characters. Overall a brilliant novel that I can't recommend enough. I'm already eager to see what the author writes next.
💝 Thank you to Avon books, the author Annabelle French and Netgalley for my e arc copy of the book in exchange for an honest review.
May 3, 2026
this one is pure cozy escape and honestly... that's exactly what it's trying to be.
You’ve got Milly starting over (we love a fresh start moment), a floating café in Copenhagen and a grumpy but soft chef, like the setup is already doing the most in the best way. From the first few chapters, it just feels warm and easy, like you can kind of sink into it without thinking too hard.
The vibes though? Immaculate.
Canals, little tables by the water, coffee, pastries... it's giving "romanticize your life immediately.' I swear the setting carried half the book for me and i wasn't even mad about it.
The romance is very much:
☕️ slow burn
☕️ a little tension, a little softness
☕️ he's closed off but actually cares energy
and yes, it's predictable, like you know where it's going pretty early on, but it's that comforting kind of predictable where you don't read it for twists, you read it for the feeling.
If had to be picky:
•i wanted to be more depth with Theo
•some emotional moments feel rushed
•low stakes overall
but also... sometimes you just want low stakes. not every book needs to emotionally destroy you.
overall:
•dreamy setting (main character energy)
•cozy café + found family vibes
•easy, fast read
•soft, satisfying romance
this is 100% a "read on a slow morning with coffee" kind of book. not groundbreaking, but super comforting.
Thank you netGalley for the arc!
You’ve got Milly starting over (we love a fresh start moment), a floating café in Copenhagen and a grumpy but soft chef, like the setup is already doing the most in the best way. From the first few chapters, it just feels warm and easy, like you can kind of sink into it without thinking too hard.
The vibes though? Immaculate.
Canals, little tables by the water, coffee, pastries... it's giving "romanticize your life immediately.' I swear the setting carried half the book for me and i wasn't even mad about it.
The romance is very much:
☕️ slow burn
☕️ a little tension, a little softness
☕️ he's closed off but actually cares energy
and yes, it's predictable, like you know where it's going pretty early on, but it's that comforting kind of predictable where you don't read it for twists, you read it for the feeling.
If had to be picky:
•i wanted to be more depth with Theo
•some emotional moments feel rushed
•low stakes overall
but also... sometimes you just want low stakes. not every book needs to emotionally destroy you.
overall:
•dreamy setting (main character energy)
•cozy café + found family vibes
•easy, fast read
•soft, satisfying romance
this is 100% a "read on a slow morning with coffee" kind of book. not groundbreaking, but super comforting.
Thank you netGalley for the arc!
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
Escape to the dreamy canals of Copenhagen this summer! ☀️
Can summer love last forever?
Milly is reeling from a recent heartbreak when she’s offered the chance to go to Copenhagen for a gorgeous summer and help revive an idyllic, but struggling, cafe in the canal. She jumps at the chance for fun drama-free, solo summer floating along the Danish canals.
The only problem with her plan? Theo: the cafe’s beautiful but brooding chef who challenges her at every turn.
As they work together and their fiery connection grows, Milly wonders if she might have finally found everything she’s been looking for. Their sizzling attraction is undeniable, but Milly and Theo have both been hurt before, and Milly worries that their carefully guarded hearts might be closed to love forever.
As summer draws to a close, Milly must decide, will she fight for their relationship or retreat to her carefully curated life in England?
Review-
The Floating Copenhagen Cafe is the perfect cozy destination romance when you need to escape. From the cobblestone streets, canals, and delicious food the author sweeps you away to Copenhagen. I am obsessed with the Danish culture of hygge and loved how Milly embraced this way of living. I adored Milly and Theo and can’t recommend this atmospheric destination romance enough! This is Book 3 in The Floating Shop Series and each book can be read as a standalone. Can’t wait to see what’s next. A gorgeous summer read!
Thank you Avon Books, the author Annabel French and Netgalley for my eARC copy of the book in exchange for an honest review. All opinions expressed are my own.
Can summer love last forever?
Milly is reeling from a recent heartbreak when she’s offered the chance to go to Copenhagen for a gorgeous summer and help revive an idyllic, but struggling, cafe in the canal. She jumps at the chance for fun drama-free, solo summer floating along the Danish canals.
The only problem with her plan? Theo: the cafe’s beautiful but brooding chef who challenges her at every turn.
As they work together and their fiery connection grows, Milly wonders if she might have finally found everything she’s been looking for. Their sizzling attraction is undeniable, but Milly and Theo have both been hurt before, and Milly worries that their carefully guarded hearts might be closed to love forever.
As summer draws to a close, Milly must decide, will she fight for their relationship or retreat to her carefully curated life in England?
Review-
The Floating Copenhagen Cafe is the perfect cozy destination romance when you need to escape. From the cobblestone streets, canals, and delicious food the author sweeps you away to Copenhagen. I am obsessed with the Danish culture of hygge and loved how Milly embraced this way of living. I adored Milly and Theo and can’t recommend this atmospheric destination romance enough! This is Book 3 in The Floating Shop Series and each book can be read as a standalone. Can’t wait to see what’s next. A gorgeous summer read!
Thank you Avon Books, the author Annabel French and Netgalley for my eARC copy of the book in exchange for an honest review. All opinions expressed are my own.
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
A nice easy read which I thoroughly enjoyed. The descriptions of Copenhagen and the food on offer in the Cafe made me want to visit and made me hungry reading about them! Cakes, sandwiches, drinks, they all sounded delicious. The concept of Copenhagen being so friendly also appealed to me as I hate the feeling in big cities of lack of friendliness and individuality.
Milly did annoy me at times. As others have said it felt like there was a big build up to details of "the accident" and then it was brushed over very quickly and she didn't even mention it to Theo. I also didn't feel that sharing personal details like break-up's on what is effectively a business social media account was appropriate. If I was following her for financial tips I wouldn't want to know that she'd split up from her boyfriend.
I also couldn't help but feel frustrated at the end of the book about what happened to her suitcase; she left it outside on the cobbles and then it was never mentioned again!
I'd certainly look for other books from the author as I did really enjoy it.
Thank you to NetGalley, the publishers and author for allowing me to read and review a preview copy.
Milly did annoy me at times. As others have said it felt like there was a big build up to details of "the accident" and then it was brushed over very quickly and she didn't even mention it to Theo. I also didn't feel that sharing personal details like break-up's on what is effectively a business social media account was appropriate. If I was following her for financial tips I wouldn't want to know that she'd split up from her boyfriend.
I also couldn't help but feel frustrated at the end of the book about what happened to her suitcase; she left it outside on the cobbles and then it was never mentioned again!
I'd certainly look for other books from the author as I did really enjoy it.
Thank you to NetGalley, the publishers and author for allowing me to read and review a preview copy.
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
I have been transported into the heart of Copenhagen in this story, and really felt as though I travelled there alongside Milly.
As she discovers the various areas of the city I was discovering it too, and could picture it all so clearly. I've been to the city once before so a few bits felt familiar but the rest was a joy to travel around.
Milly is on a sabbatical from work, but has agreed to advise on her best friend Ada's investment in a floating Cafe that is predominately run by Theo. Only Theo hasn't been told and is initially opposed to the idea.
What is very quickly apparent though is that Theo is a wonderful chef who specialises in pastries, open sandwiches and intriguing flavour combinations.
I was in awe of the ideas for the cafe, and of the writing both about the food and the location.
I am really enjoying this series of floating locations, and this one certainly was another excellent addition to the series. I loved the romance, the destination, the food and the characters. It was a lovely summery read.
Thank you to Avon and Netgalley for this copy which I have reviewed honestly and voluntarily
As she discovers the various areas of the city I was discovering it too, and could picture it all so clearly. I've been to the city once before so a few bits felt familiar but the rest was a joy to travel around.
Milly is on a sabbatical from work, but has agreed to advise on her best friend Ada's investment in a floating Cafe that is predominately run by Theo. Only Theo hasn't been told and is initially opposed to the idea.
What is very quickly apparent though is that Theo is a wonderful chef who specialises in pastries, open sandwiches and intriguing flavour combinations.
I was in awe of the ideas for the cafe, and of the writing both about the food and the location.
I am really enjoying this series of floating locations, and this one certainly was another excellent addition to the series. I loved the romance, the destination, the food and the characters. It was a lovely summery read.
Thank you to Avon and Netgalley for this copy which I have reviewed honestly and voluntarily
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
If you know me, you know I am absolutely obsessed with Scandinavian life and culture. Add in a floating café, and I am instantly sold! I don’t often pick up ARCs from authors I’m unfamiliar with, especially in the romance genre, but this premise and setting were too much to resist. I was not disappointed - this story absolutely delighted me! It perfectly captures the hygge aspects I love about Danish culture, leaning into how the protagonist tackles applying that mindful, cozy concept to her own life. Just like every time I immerse myself in a Scandinavian setting, I found myself contemplating how I could bring some of that intentional, slow way of life into my own day-to-day. It’s a charming story that left me dreaming of a trip of my own and rethinking how I spend my own time. If you love stories that feel like a warm hug, featuring deep cultural immersion and a bit of romance, this is for you. I will definitely be continuing with the rest of the Floating Shop series!
Thanks to Annabel French, Avon Books, and NetGalley for an advance reader copy in exchange for a review.
Thanks to Annabel French, Avon Books, and NetGalley for an advance reader copy in exchange for a review.
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
Another lovely title in this series.
With a beautiful location and some great characters I soon lost myself in this one.
As the story continues and you learn more about Copenhagen and the way of life there you will be wanting to move there yourself and enjoy the culinary delights on offer.
There’s great character development throughout although I’d have liked a little more on Theo, who is a bit of a closed book - but then that is his character and it works for his part in the story.
There is a lot of alluding to an accident that happened in Milly’s past, and although traumatic, it was not what I was expecting from the build up.
Overall I loved this story and found it hard to put down. As ever, the scenes were set so well that you felt you were living among the characters, enjoying the beautiful scenery and surroundings. I’ve added so many places I’d like to visit to my list, thanks to this wonderful author. So with a great setting, lovely characters, a nice plot and delicious sounding food, what are you waiting for??
With a beautiful location and some great characters I soon lost myself in this one.
As the story continues and you learn more about Copenhagen and the way of life there you will be wanting to move there yourself and enjoy the culinary delights on offer.
There’s great character development throughout although I’d have liked a little more on Theo, who is a bit of a closed book - but then that is his character and it works for his part in the story.
There is a lot of alluding to an accident that happened in Milly’s past, and although traumatic, it was not what I was expecting from the build up.
Overall I loved this story and found it hard to put down. As ever, the scenes were set so well that you felt you were living among the characters, enjoying the beautiful scenery and surroundings. I’ve added so many places I’d like to visit to my list, thanks to this wonderful author. So with a great setting, lovely characters, a nice plot and delicious sounding food, what are you waiting for??
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
Thank you to the publisher and Netgalley for the ARC!
So, I pondered for a while on what rating to give this book before eventually settling on the 3 star mark. The setting and the vibes are immaculate but I really struggled to like either of the main characters and the amount of miscommunication between them.
Milly I found to be kind of annoying. She was always talking about her social media, and whilst I understand that she was trying to make her financial consulting service into a proper job, it felt like her entire personality was just “I make content on social media” It got tiring really quickly.
Theo I felt just needed more depth. Even after finishing the story I feel like I barely know anything about him.
I think the story was decent but I definitely thought the repeated mentions of “the accident” would’ve came to a bigger heart to heart moment with Theo but it’s never actually discussed with him even after he notices the scars on her skin.
So, I pondered for a while on what rating to give this book before eventually settling on the 3 star mark. The setting and the vibes are immaculate but I really struggled to like either of the main characters and the amount of miscommunication between them.
Milly I found to be kind of annoying. She was always talking about her social media, and whilst I understand that she was trying to make her financial consulting service into a proper job, it felt like her entire personality was just “I make content on social media” It got tiring really quickly.
Theo I felt just needed more depth. Even after finishing the story I feel like I barely know anything about him.
I think the story was decent but I definitely thought the repeated mentions of “the accident” would’ve came to a bigger heart to heart moment with Theo but it’s never actually discussed with him even after he notices the scars on her skin.
May 16, 2026
This is the next book in the series but all the books can be read as stand alone books.
MIlly takes a sabbatical after finding her boyfriend in an uncompromising position and escapes to beautiful. Copenhagen to see her best friend Ada. She stays to help out in her cafe working alongside the lovely but quiet Theo.
The setting of the book was beautiful and so descriptive I really felt like I was in Copenhagen sitting outside a car having a coffee and a pastry.
There were very few characters in the book but this only added to the story. MIlly was a great character who was just plodding along in the UK and Tom cheating of her was the best thing that could have happened . It was great to see her flourish and embrace the Hygge lifestyle.
A great summer read which I would recommend.
Thanks to NetGalley, Annabel French and Avon books UK for an advance copy in exchange for an honest and unbiased review.
MIlly takes a sabbatical after finding her boyfriend in an uncompromising position and escapes to beautiful. Copenhagen to see her best friend Ada. She stays to help out in her cafe working alongside the lovely but quiet Theo.
The setting of the book was beautiful and so descriptive I really felt like I was in Copenhagen sitting outside a car having a coffee and a pastry.
There were very few characters in the book but this only added to the story. MIlly was a great character who was just plodding along in the UK and Tom cheating of her was the best thing that could have happened . It was great to see her flourish and embrace the Hygge lifestyle.
A great summer read which I would recommend.
Thanks to NetGalley, Annabel French and Avon books UK for an advance copy in exchange for an honest and unbiased review.
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
I received this as an eArc in advance of publication via NetGalley. I hadn't read anything by this author but the Copenhagen setting appealed to me and the cover drew me to it.
Milly goes on a sabbatical from work after finding her boyfriend cheating on her.
She goes to Copenhagen to stay with her friend Ada and her flatmate Theo. Theo owns the floating cafe but the business isn't doing very well. Milly also has half a million followers on Instagram where she gives money saving hacks so she offers her help.
I found the plot slightly predictable but it is a really sweet romance with such a lovely ending. I was really routing for Theo and Milly!
It's an easy to read, feel good book, no spice or swearing.
The best thing about the book for me is the Copenhagen setting. I have never been there but the descriptions and scene setting made me visualise it and really made me want to go.
I would definitely read other books by Annabelle French and recommend this one.
Milly goes on a sabbatical from work after finding her boyfriend cheating on her.
She goes to Copenhagen to stay with her friend Ada and her flatmate Theo. Theo owns the floating cafe but the business isn't doing very well. Milly also has half a million followers on Instagram where she gives money saving hacks so she offers her help.
I found the plot slightly predictable but it is a really sweet romance with such a lovely ending. I was really routing for Theo and Milly!
It's an easy to read, feel good book, no spice or swearing.
The best thing about the book for me is the Copenhagen setting. I have never been there but the descriptions and scene setting made me visualise it and really made me want to go.
I would definitely read other books by Annabelle French and recommend this one.
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
ARC received via NetGalley.
I’d never read anything by Annabel French before but I was drawn to The Floating Copenhagen Cafe because I had a really fun visit to Copenhagen a few years ago. I definitely wasn’t disappointed because the book is partly a love letter to the city and it’s described so beautifully.
Milly and Theo are so cute together it’s no wonder they were mentioned by one of the food reviewers as one of the many highlights of the cafe. They bring out the best in each other.
What I wasn’t expecting was to be so inspired after learning more about hygge alongside Milly. I might not live in a quaint canal house and be able to swim off the deck in the canals after a long day at work or enjoy the delicious pastries served up by Theo in his canal boat cafe but there are lots of ways to savour those tiny moments of joy.
I’ll definitely be reading more by this author.
I’d never read anything by Annabel French before but I was drawn to The Floating Copenhagen Cafe because I had a really fun visit to Copenhagen a few years ago. I definitely wasn’t disappointed because the book is partly a love letter to the city and it’s described so beautifully.
Milly and Theo are so cute together it’s no wonder they were mentioned by one of the food reviewers as one of the many highlights of the cafe. They bring out the best in each other.
What I wasn’t expecting was to be so inspired after learning more about hygge alongside Milly. I might not live in a quaint canal house and be able to swim off the deck in the canals after a long day at work or enjoy the delicious pastries served up by Theo in his canal boat cafe but there are lots of ways to savour those tiny moments of joy.
I’ll definitely be reading more by this author.
May 27, 2026
Another perfect book from Annabel. Milly is bored in life and at work. She’s had spectacularly found her boyfriend having sex with a colleague at work.
She jumps at the chance to take a sabbatical and go travel to Copenhagen to help her friends cafe barge to market itself and start making a social media presence.
Milly has a strong socials presence and when she meets Theo co owner of the barge Lykke sparks fly but Theo is snarky at best. Milly is risk averse since an accident in her late teens and her mum wants her to live a simple quiet safe life. Milly had done for years to keep the peace but boredom has kicked in and she falls in love with the Danish way of life and the people.
This is a great read.
Thank you NetGalley for this arc in exchange for an honest review.
She jumps at the chance to take a sabbatical and go travel to Copenhagen to help her friends cafe barge to market itself and start making a social media presence.
Milly has a strong socials presence and when she meets Theo co owner of the barge Lykke sparks fly but Theo is snarky at best. Milly is risk averse since an accident in her late teens and her mum wants her to live a simple quiet safe life. Milly had done for years to keep the peace but boredom has kicked in and she falls in love with the Danish way of life and the people.
This is a great read.
Thank you NetGalley for this arc in exchange for an honest review.
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
Perfect summer read 📚
📚☕ The Floating Copenhagen Café ⭐⭐⭐⭐ by Annabel French
Big thanks to Avon books for the advanced copy
Like a warm coffee and fresh croissant by the water, this book is the perfect cozy escape. Set aboard a charming floating café in Copenhagen, the story follows a woman navigating unexpected changes, new friendships, and fresh opportunities in one of Europe's most beautiful cities.
✨ What I loved: 🥐 Charming café setting
☕ Feel-good, uplifting atmosphere
🌸 Lovable characters
🚤 Beautiful Copenhagen vibes
If you enjoy cozy fiction, travel-inspired stories, and a touch of romance, this is a delightful read that will leave you smiling.
Perfect with: A latte, a croissant, and a sunny afternoon. 📖💕
📚☕ The Floating Copenhagen Café ⭐⭐⭐⭐ by Annabel French
Big thanks to Avon books for the advanced copy
Like a warm coffee and fresh croissant by the water, this book is the perfect cozy escape. Set aboard a charming floating café in Copenhagen, the story follows a woman navigating unexpected changes, new friendships, and fresh opportunities in one of Europe's most beautiful cities.
✨ What I loved: 🥐 Charming café setting
☕ Feel-good, uplifting atmosphere
🌸 Lovable characters
🚤 Beautiful Copenhagen vibes
If you enjoy cozy fiction, travel-inspired stories, and a touch of romance, this is a delightful read that will leave you smiling.
Perfect with: A latte, a croissant, and a sunny afternoon. 📖💕
April 24, 2026
Adored this! I’ve loved every one in this series (I don’t want them to end!) but they can all be read as stand alone too.
This is a perfect read to get swept away in. The characters were written so vividly and the scenery it was a perfect mix. I enjoy Milly and Theo as characters and the undeniable chemistry. The background characters were also written fantastically and they were all stars of the show.
Overall another wonderful, captivating read from Annabel. Pick this up if you want to be transported to another country but can’t afford the flights! Any 3 of the books in this series are incredibly well written so go and treat yourself!
This is a perfect read to get swept away in. The characters were written so vividly and the scenery it was a perfect mix. I enjoy Milly and Theo as characters and the undeniable chemistry. The background characters were also written fantastically and they were all stars of the show.
Overall another wonderful, captivating read from Annabel. Pick this up if you want to be transported to another country but can’t afford the flights! Any 3 of the books in this series are incredibly well written so go and treat yourself!
June 27, 2026
Such a cute story following Milly, who recovering from a recent heartbreak has the chance to take a sabbatical from work in beautiful Copenhagen. Her best friend Ada lives there and loves it so Milly jumps at the chance of a fun filled summer on the Danish canals. There’s only one problem, a gorgeous Danish baker named Theo. It’s clear they both have chemistry but are guarding their hearts. Can they make this work or will Milly head back to her dreary safe life back in England?
Transport yourself to this gorgeous city with plenty of hygge, pastries and romantic tension. Thank you to NetGalley, Avon Books UK and the author for the chance to review.
Transport yourself to this gorgeous city with plenty of hygge, pastries and romantic tension. Thank you to NetGalley, Avon Books UK and the author for the chance to review.
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
This book was so cute! I am loving this series! Previously I had read the Floating Amsterdam Bookshop. Having traveled to both Copenhagen AND Amsterdam, it was such a nostalgic, sweet return to those places! I loved the descriptions of the city and food, etc., Milly would have been bananas not to jump at the chance to go to Denmark for a summer. I loved Milly and Theo's chemistry, and felt like it was such a fun read overall!
Review of advance copy received from Publisher
Firstly thank you to the publisher and Netgalley for this ARC.
Milly goes to Copenhagen for a break from her life in England, having just broken up with her boyfriend of 4 years. She goes to stay at her friend Ava's apartment, which she shares with Theo. Theo is the co-owner of a cafe with Ava, which needs some help getting customers in. This is a cosy story of how making small changes can lead to big ones. Loved this story and have enjoyed other books by the same author.
Milly goes to Copenhagen for a break from her life in England, having just broken up with her boyfriend of 4 years. She goes to stay at her friend Ava's apartment, which she shares with Theo. Theo is the co-owner of a cafe with Ava, which needs some help getting customers in. This is a cosy story of how making small changes can lead to big ones. Loved this story and have enjoyed other books by the same author.
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
Milly is suffering from a recent heartbreak when her friend Ada invites her to stay in her room in a flat she shares with Theo and help him get more business for the cafe that is at the end of the canal. Milly goes to Copenhagen and though Theo doesn't want her help he ends up taking it. Does she get the cafe more business and how about things with Theo. Does she move to Copenhagen? A VERY GOOD READ>
May 3, 2026
The Floating Copenhagen Café by Annabel French is a comfort read. The direction of the story is easy to spot early on but that’s part of its charm. After a run of fast paced thrillers this was exactly the kind of gentle, feel good escape I needed. Having loved The Floating Venice Bookshop, I went in with high hopes and they were completely met. Warm, uplifting and full of heart. One of my favourite quotes from the book ‘It’s knowing what’s good for your soul and prioritising it
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
The Floating Copenhagen Cafe by Annabel French
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Book 3 in the Floating Shop series, each book is a complete standalone with no crossovers so they can be read in any order, and I recommend reading them all.
Another 5 star read, it's such a cute cosy romance 😍 it did make me want to read more about hygge.
I received a gifted Advanced Reader Copy of this book.
Thank you Harper Collins and NetGalley.
This is my honest review.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Book 3 in the Floating Shop series, each book is a complete standalone with no crossovers so they can be read in any order, and I recommend reading them all.
Another 5 star read, it's such a cute cosy romance 😍 it did make me want to read more about hygge.
I received a gifted Advanced Reader Copy of this book.
Thank you Harper Collins and NetGalley.
This is my honest review.
May 11, 2026
Lovely easy read and good story to follow, this is the story of Milly who finds her long time boyfriend cheating on her, she goes to stay with her friend Ada who lives in Copenhagen and meets Theo who has a cafe boat. It’s a story of change and determination with of course a little bit of love.
Really enjoyed it as the 3rd book in The Floating Shop series.
My thanks as always to NetGalley and Publosher Avon Books and Author for the chance of the early read.
Really enjoyed it as the 3rd book in The Floating Shop series.
My thanks as always to NetGalley and Publosher Avon Books and Author for the chance of the early read.
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
Thank you to NetGalley and the author for letting me read and review this book before its release.
This is the first book I've read by this author, and was drawn to the cover and description.
It was a pleasant read, nothing too exciting and no bad language or explicit content. Personally I'd have enjoyed a bit more heat and passion between the two main characters. It did feel a bit slow going at times.
Overall a lovely storyline though with the usual happy ending that we all hope for.
This is the first book I've read by this author, and was drawn to the cover and description.
It was a pleasant read, nothing too exciting and no bad language or explicit content. Personally I'd have enjoyed a bit more heat and passion between the two main characters. It did feel a bit slow going at times.
Overall a lovely storyline though with the usual happy ending that we all hope for.
June 24, 2026
Thank you so much to NetGalley and Annabel French for providing me with a complimentary digital ARC for The Floating Copenhagen Café coming out July 2, 2026. The honest opinions expressed in this review are my own.
I’ve read a couple of books by this author. Cozy bookshops are one of my favorite genres. It wasn’t exactly what I thought. I enjoyed parts of it. I would definitely read more books by this author.
I’ve read a couple of books by this author. Cozy bookshops are one of my favorite genres. It wasn’t exactly what I thought. I enjoyed parts of it. I would definitely read more books by this author.
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
A sweet romance about finding happiness and second chances. I enjoyed the romance as well as the foodie themes. The descriptions of Copenhagen make me feel like I was there and make we want to visit!
Full disclosure - I received a copy of the book from the publisher in exchange for an honest review
Full disclosure - I received a copy of the book from the publisher in exchange for an honest review
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
Review of ARC received from publisher and NetGalley.
I really enjoyed this one. Great premise and really well executed. I felt as if I was in Copenhagen myself, exploring and enjoying everything that there was on offer.. I thought the characters were very real with human flaws and weaknesses as well as excellent qualities. A lovely, emotionally satisfying read.
I really enjoyed this one. Great premise and really well executed. I felt as if I was in Copenhagen myself, exploring and enjoying everything that there was on offer.. I thought the characters were very real with human flaws and weaknesses as well as excellent qualities. A lovely, emotionally satisfying read.
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