I loved this book so much I devoured it in less than 24 hours! A sweet love story filled with personality and humor.

This was a super cute holiday read! If you love cats, or animals, this is the perfect book. It reads like a Hallmark movie and is perfect for the holiday season or whenever you need a little holiday magic!

If you love cats and romance then this book is up your alley.
Kara Ingalls has come to California for a fresh start. Along with her friend Charity, she opens The Meow and Furever Cat Cafe.
Enter Ben Reese. As a dog lover, he doesn't seem qualified to help, but as a marketing professional, he's just what Kara can't afford to ignore.
Now Ben has implemented a plan to find homes for all the felines in twenty-five days, and he's even doing his part by fostering a tiny kitten with a huge personality.
When Ben and Kara first meet there is tension. Both have a lot of baggage from a previous relationship.
I liked all the characters in this book. My heart went out to Kara for what her ex had done to her and her life.
Ben's brother I could not forgive no matter how much I wanted to. For Ben's mom to play a guilt cards throughout this book and not really see Ben's side just irritated me.
I wanted to adopt all the cats mentioned in this book and I would stop in a cafe like this just have a cup of tea , a book and a room to play with cats/kittens sounds like heaven.
Ben was not a cat person and he ended up finding a kitten in his house that he was renovating. He was hoping Kara would take the kitten and find a home for him.
Thank you to Forever and NetGalley for this cute book to review,

This book is adorable. I’m a sucker for cats and this made me want to adopt another one! The spice level on this one is very low, but it’s plenty sweet. I appreciated that both characters were able to grow and start solving their problems own personal issues… but it took a while. This is a holiday treat for the cat lover!

This book was super cute! As a cat lover, I loved the story and all the cats. The cat names/profiles made me laugh at the beginning of each chapter. I felt like Ben and Kara were both complex characters and showed some growth as the book went on. I also love how the book showed the importance of adopting a cat and giving it a furever home if possible. It just gave me some good feels.

**Thank you to Forever and Netgallery for giving me the opportunity to read this book. All opinions are my own.**

I listened to this through audiobook, due to me not being able to read books physically for some time. It's been difficult. But, the narrator at first rubbed me the wrong way with the MC's voices, but I got adjusted.

Overall, this story was good. There were some mishaps that I wasn't really enjoying, and it has fallen flat for me. But, the overarch of the story was good, and that was a good thing.

It was a fun Christmas story.

Arc from netgalley.

I tried to get into this book about 5 times and just got bored and put it back down. I couldn’t connect to the female main character.

We need more romances with cats in them. However, Ben ruined this one for me with his misogynistic tendencies, this isn't a dark romance he's actually supposed to be a good person. I loved the cat descriptions at the beginning of each chapter and though the cat café plot was cute, if super underdeveloped.

This book definitely had a holiday feel to it and I recommend it if you're wanting something that feels like reading a Hallmark movie.

Thank you to NetGalley, Forever (Grand Central Publishing), and Codi Gary for an eARC of this book!

Thank you to NetGalley for allowing me the opportunity to read an ARC of "A Cat Cafe Christmas", written by Codi Gary. This novel was released on October 4th, 2022!

Overall, I rated this novel 4/5 stars!

Let's be real here for a second. Who WOULDN'T want to read a Christmas-themed novel about a veterinarian and a marketing expert who is trying to save the fate of a cafe'? You won't want to miss this "purr-fect" holiday novel!

I was especially pleased that it wasn't overly spicy and I loved the drama that surrounded the two main characters - Kara's ex embezzled her company's funds and Ben's ex is now dating his brother.

A great, fun read.
Kara and Ben don't get off to the best of starts and to make things worse he is not a cat person! Can she change his mind?
I liked how it is told from both points of view. Would love to see their friends story next.

If you're looking for a quick, cute read, then A Cat Cafe Christmas is for you. I enjoyed the quirky characters and, of course, the adorable cats! Combine Christmas, cats, and a cute rom-com, and you have a success for a Christmas novel. I'll be looking for more from this author.

I have been so busy with schools for reviews but YES YES YES THIS BOOK WAS EVERYTHING !!!

Perfect holiday read that I will probably read again when December comes around. Add this to your holiday reading tbr

Thank you @netgalley and @readforeverpub for approving me for this ARC!! Released October 4th 2022!

I know Halloween is around the corner but hear meowt… I love cats and I love Christmas so… I had to!

Kara and Ben have only two things in common. They have sworn off relationships and they are definitely attracted to each other. When dislike turns into banter, these two team up to save Kara’s co owned cat cafe…

I did not expect my first Christmas read of the year to be a grumpy x grumpy romance! Or should I say grinch x grinch? But alas, this book was really cute.

It’s a very quick read. I loved that every chapter starts with a doodle of a cat and the description of them. It was an adorable touch. NO SMUT! So if you’re looking for something explicit, this is not it!

The story was a lot more complex that I expected, Kara and Ben’s reasons to be against dating are actually pretty solid and I would have done the same if I found myself in their shoes tbh.

The best friend/side characters were very lovable too. I hope there is another book coming out about Charity and Schwartz, I love me a sunshine x sunshine in denial!

Why not five stars? Sometimes the main characters were a bit too judgmental. I think it was done on purpose to show how hurt they were but it was too much at times. Ben finds a kitten and takes it to the café because he does not want a pet. Kara is literally so rude to him and makes him feel TERRIBLE for not wanting a pet. Ben also has his moments. He comes through a bit against women at the beginning. I understand he is butt hurt because of his ex, but the rest of the female population is not at fault! Apart from that, this book was a very cute and clean holiday read.

Cats, Christmas, and Romance - what's not to love?

Kara is a veterinarian that owns Meow and Furrever Cat Café with her best friend. Ben is a graphic designer that works in marketing and he's not an animal person.

Their worlds collide when Ben is part of a marketing campaign to spotlight local businesses. Kara has no idea until she comes into work and there is a line wrapped around the building. Ben does not understand why Kara isn't thrilled about extra business.

As the story unfolds, Ben ends up fostering a cat. We also learn that Kara is trying to live a life where she can go unnoticed. As Ben tries to help Meow and Furrever raise money for a vet clinic in the back, Kara tells him about her former relationship where she was accused of a crime along with her weasel of an ex. Although she was cleared, she worries that any attention will blow back on the Cat Café.

This is a cute feel-good story that I would recommend to any animal lover!

Thank you to Forever Publishers and NetGalley for providing an advanced copy of Codi Gary's latest book in exchange for my honest review.

This story was ADORABLE and just what I needed at the time. I loved the couple, loved the romance, and especially loved the kitty matchmaking. The best part was the kitty bios at the start of each chapter! I really enjoyed reading about how Kara matched each person/family to each cat.

Audio Review: Unfortunately, the narrator's fake Boston accent for the male lead really didn't do it for me. I found it incredible grating for the first few chapters. I must have gotten used to it because it didn't bug me as much later in the book, but that's what jumps out at me about the audio. I did think she was a good fit for the FMC, however.

A funny aside...the chapters all started with cute little bios for the cats up for adoption. I know this one cat was called Pawsomesauce, but on audio that sounds exactly the same as Possum Sauce. I chuckled for a solid five minutes about Possum Sauce, as well as commenting on it to multiple friends.

a cute, soft, and heartwarming read

Kara wants a fresh start, and she decides to open a cat cafe with her best friend, but since there are aspects where they are hesitant, in comes Ben, who lends a helping hand to their business. When Kara and Ben meet and start working together, it's obvious that there is a spark between them.
This is a wonderful story to read during the holiday season with a cat and some hot chocolate.

thanks netgalley for the e-arc!! :)

Our two main characters, Kara and Ben, start off on the wrong foot with each other when they meet outside of the cat cafe that Kara owns with her best friend. He is the marketing genius who works for the company hired by the little town to boost tourism, she is the veterinarian that works diligently on caring for the cats in the cafe until they are adopted. Her cafe is barely staying afloat and Ben is full of delightfully festive ideas to help bring in the money and the adoptions.

Through the course of the story they work through their pasts, work together for the good of the cafe and spread Christmas cheer as well.

If you love cats, Christmas and cafes this book is right up your alley! If you love Hallmark type cheesy romance, then add to cart! This wasn't my favorite read of the Christmas genre but it was cute and festive!

Over All Rating: ⭐⭐⭐.5

This was a very adorable holiday romcom that will 100% get you in the mood for scarves and peppermint mocha drinks.

Kara is part-owner of a cat cafe and Ben works for a marketing firm. Kara is running away from an undeserved reputation and Ben is running from the biggest heartbreak of his life. Their first meeting is rough, but I’m trying to save the cat cafe, they work it out.

This was really sweet and simple. Perfect for a cozy afternoon at home.

A Cat Café Christmas

A Cat Café Christmas (eARC) — 4.5 ⭐️

𝐏𝐮𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐃𝐚𝐭𝐞: October 4th

𝐁𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐟 𝐃𝐞𝐬𝐜𝐫𝐢𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: Meow and Furrever Cat Café needs a Christmas miracle to stay afloat until the new year, and part-owner and vet, Kara Ingalls, is out of ideas. Soon after Ben Reese writes a marketing piece for the non-profit, business starts picking up. With the help of Ben, Kara starts believing in her dreams for the cat café again. After awhile, their relationship starts blurring the lines between professional friends and romantic interest, but can they set aside their differences and trauma to make it work?

𝐑𝐞𝐯𝐢𝐞𝐰: A Cat Café Christmas is the perfect romantic Christmas book for lovers of cats and Hallmark movies! I couldn’t stop reading it and ended up finishing it in two days! It took a lot of convincing for me not to jump into my car, visit a cat café, and adopt all the homeless cats after finishing the story.

𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐈 𝐥𝐢𝐤𝐞𝐝 —
😻 Book about Cats
🖤 Diverse Characters
🥰 Feel-Good Story
🔐 Closed Door Romance (Mostly)
🎄Christmas Related

𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐛𝐨𝐨𝐤 𝐢𝐟 —
🐈 Your perfect date involves visiting a cat café
📱 You’re not on social media
🩺 You want to be a veterinarian
👗 You’d rather wear a Christmas sweater than a party dress
🥧 Your mom’s apple pie is your favorite dessert

𝐓𝐖: infidelity, strained family relationships

Thank you, NetGalley and Forever (Grand Central Publishing), for providing me an eARC copy of this book in exchange for my honest review.

Kara and Ben meet and it’s a case of dislike at first sight. Each has previous traumas in relationships that make them very hesitant about romance. I think if this book was about half the length it is, with some severe editing, it may flow better. As it is, it’s just a slug to get through. The little kitten Chaos was a cutie pie.

It’s a clean holiday romance.

Thank you to the publisher for the ARC.