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Before We Say Goodbye

Before the Coffee Gets Cold, Book 4

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The fourth book in the multi-million-copy bestselling series about a cosy Japanese cafe that offers its visitors the chance to travel back in time.

Toshikazu Kawaguchi’s poignant Before We Say Goodbye, translated from Japanese, explores the age-old question: what would you do if you could travel back in time? More importantly, who would you want to meet, maybe for one last time?


The regulars at the magical Cafe Funiculi Funicula are well acquainted with its famous legend and extraordinary, secret time travel offering. Many patrons have reunited with old flames, made amends with estranged family, and visited loved ones. But the journey is not without risks and there are rules to follow. Travellers must have visited the cafe previously and most importantly, must return to the present in the time it takes for their coffee to go cold.

In the tradition of Kawaguchi’s sensational Before the Coffee Gets Cold series, readers are introduced to a new set of visitors:

- The husband with something important left to say
- The woman who couldn’t bid her dog farewell
- The woman who couldn’t answer a proposal
- The daughter who drove her father away . . .


In the hauntingly beautiful Before We Say Goodbye, Kawaguchi invites us to join his characters as they embark on a journey to revisit one crucial moment in time.

Catch up on the rest of the series with Before the Coffee Gets Cold, Tales from the Cafe, Before Your Memory Fades, and Before We Forget Kindness.

**Before I knew I loved you, the sixth book in the series, is available to pre-order now!**

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Heartwarming, whimsical . . . offering comfort at a time when the world seems off-kilter and chaotic
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When I listened to the series of stories portrayed in this book there was a sense of melancholy and remorse. However, as the stories progressed there was a sense of redemption which led towards an unshakable resolve. This was a fascinating read.

Hopeful

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My favourite was the story of the dog. As a dog mom I very much related to this story.

Very touching

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perfect read, especially if don't mind crying. Each person that goes back really raise your emotions.

love these books

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Japanese names hard to remember as unfamiliar probably easier on paper. Liked pace and actually quite soporific need to listen again

Narration sweet

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I adore this series and especially enjoy the audiobook editions that transport the listener to this very special cafe

As always a heartwarming novel

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