A review by jlennidorner
The Little Coffee Shop of Kabul by Deborah Rodriguez

5.0

I found myself deeply identifying with several of the characters in this book. Characters of such different backgrounds that this book is guaranteed to be diverse no matter who the reader is. And woven in there is this beautiful almost poetry of lines, and facts that overwhelm the mind. This is a book we should all experience, not just read, and be thankful that such writing exists. Here is a writer to strive to emulate. If you seek a book to discuss, to sink your teeth and soul into, this is the one I suggest. Please note that there are some moments in the book that discuss the difference between helping in the way help is wanted versus helping in an intrusive way that may be less helpful. Those from nations who sometimes make others feel that they know what’s best and that’s the only way may feel off-put.

There is some realistic violence and haunting images in the book.